Estimator - Horizon Retail Construction

Horizon Retail Construction, an established national general contractor, has an immediate opening for an ESTIMATOR at our Corporate Headquarters in Sturtevant, Wisconsin.

Summary of responsibilities:

• Perform efficient quantity take-offs for all 16 divisions of work, thoroughly review & analyze site information, geographical consideration & labor parameters resulting in awarded contracts.
• Work with Project Managers to negotiate work, competitively bid projects and follow up on pending projects with established clients.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with: clients, subcontractors, vendors, architects and Horizon personnel.
• Analyze projects on a pre-bid basis for strengths, weaknesses (risks), and profitability.
• Review bid plans, specifications and ITBs for scopes of work and trade requirements.
• Create and submit detailed RFC/RFI to Architect and Owner Project Manager.
• Manage Project Coordinators to assure that the proper number of subcontractors are solicited, and bids received.
• With assistance from Project Coordinator, obtain pricing from the competitive bid market (trade subcontractors and material suppliers).
• Investigate potential problems and additional costs that may not be evident upon first review of the bid plans.
• Establish parameters for bidding individual client concepts by creating & maintaining Excel Blank Workbook.
• Attend local pre-bid meeting and/or personal visits local lease spaces and/or arrange site surveys with Horizon superintendent/sub-contractor.
• Promptly review all Revisions & Addendums, then direct Project Coordinator as to how, what and when to distribute new bid documents to subcontractors and vendors.
• Thoroughly qualify proposals from subcontractors and vendors to assure accurate and complete client proposal.
• Insure that the bid is submitted on time using the client's preferred transmission media: portal, e-mail, over-night deliver, etc.

To qualify for the position of ESTIMATOR, we desire:

• AAS Degree in Drafting or a construction related field is preferred.
• Previous construction related experience is preferred.
• Prior computer experience with Email, Excel, Word and Microsoft Office Suite
• Prior drafting or AutoCad experience is preferred
• Proven self-starter who is eager to learn about the construction industry
• Previous estimating experience is a plus

In addition to a casual atmosphere and a great company culture, Horizon offers a competitive benefit package including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a flex spending account and a 401(k) with company match.

If you are interested in the ESTIMATOR position, please submit your resume to:

Resume@horizonretail.com