F.C. Dadson Careers

The role of the Estimator is to collect, organize and analyze critical technical data from project stakeholders for the creation of custom commercial casework, millwork (and/or) fixture estimates.

Job Shift First

Travel Percentage None

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work with software technologies to prepare takeoffs, write bid proposals, complete pricing spreadsheets, and create visual aids to illustrate the scope of work included in an estimate.
• Assist in the creation of preliminary budgets, conceptual and detail estimates for projects of varying size and complexity.
• Provide project stakeholders with prompt and professional communication.
• Secure pricing from material vendors/suppliers.
• Resolve inaccuracies and discrepancies with information provided to complete the estimate.
• Review addenda, amendments to construction documents and update pricing accordingly.
• Organize, track and communicate changes to all project stakeholders.
• Prioritize and manage workload effectively to meet critical deadlines.
• Preview and qualify potential projects to accept or decline bid requests.
• Work with internal and external customers to identify potential cost-saving options.
• Participate in design progress meetings and client presentations.

Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Motivated to work independently.
• Comprehension of construction plans, documents, and specifications.
• Capability to research and self-teach new skills as they relate to the job.

Employee Benefits 

• Employee Benefits after ONE MONTH of employment
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, HRA, HSA
• 401k with 4% company match
• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays