THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN DURANGO, CO

Please apply under the FARMINGTON location on Jaynes Corporation's website. 

Summary/Objective

The Project Estimator will engage in the diverse project types we build. We are looking for a flexible, results-driven team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work and consistently meet deadlines. It requires self-motivation, consistency, and knowledge of the industry.

Essential Functions

·         Prepares work to be estimated by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications and related documents;

·         Identifies labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, blueprints, specifications and related documents;

·         Computes costs by analyzing labor, material and time requirements;

·         Resolves discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information;

·         Presents prepared estimate by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information;

·         Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends;

·         Maintains up-to-date knowledge of trends/technology of the industry by attending educational workshops and reviewing technical publications;

·         Prepares quotes and RFQ package to be estimated by gathering necessary information;

·         Draft and email clear quotes including accurate details needed to receive pricing from capable suppliers;

·         Maintain communication on status of all quotes;

·         Maintain RFQ files by converting, organizing, and saving information according to company’s electronic system;

·         Knowledge of Jaynes’ capacity, capabilities, possibilities and/or limitations of our manufacturing processes;

·         Ability to prioritize and work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment;

·         Ability to handle stressful situations such as heavy/varying workload and order accuracy;

·         Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results while maintaining a positive and professional company image;

·         Frequent local and statewide travel is required; and

·         Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

·         5 years of experience in commercial estimating on projects from $5 – $20 million;

·         Bachelor level degree preferred, but not required;

·         Proficiency with MS Office, Timberline Estimating and OST (On Screen Take-off) software preferred;

·         Experience in utilizing Auto/CAD and other drafting tools preferred;

·         Ability to read part prints;

·         Must have math skills; multiplication, division, percentages, fractions, conversion of units of measure;

·         Computer skills; Web navigation, document scanning, typing, Excel, Word, Outlook, Microsoft Office application competency;

·         Effective and professional communication skills – verbal and written; and

·         Be detail oriented, possess the ability to multitask and have flexibility.

Competencies

·         Strong Attention to Detail;

·         Math skills;

·         Computer skills;

·         Strategic Planning Skills;

·         Time management skills; and

·         Logical troubleshooting skills.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending or standing on a stool as necessary.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time non-union position.

Travel

This position requires frequent travel.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred (but not required) and 5 years of experience in commercial estimating required.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

1.       Must pass a pre-employment screen, including but not limited to: drug and alcohol screen, background check, motor vehicle records check, reference check and physical (if applicable).

2.       Current and valid driver’s license in the state of permanent residence (must be insurable by Jaynes automobile insurance carrier in order to drive a Jaynes vehicle).

3.       Must be eligible per Fleet Safety Management policy to operate a company vehicle or a personal vehicle for company purposes.

Work Authorization

Jaynes Corporation requires that all employees be legally authorized to work in the United States. Any person employed by Jaynes must complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) and will be entered into the federal E-Verify system.

AAP/EEO Statement

All employment decisions at Jaynes are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, national, social or ethnic origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Jaynes will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Benefits

Jaynes Corporation is an employee-owned company and offers an exceptional benefits package. In addition to a competitive base salary, regular full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance; a health savings account (HSA); dependent care flexible spending account (FSA); company-paid and supplemental life insurance; long term & short term disability insurance; cancer, accident & hospital indemnity coverage; retirement planning including 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); bonus plan; paid holidays; and up to 5 weeks of paid leave.

Additional wellness benefits include an onsite healthcare clinic for employees and their dependents, a comprehensive employee wellness program that includes financial incentives, free weekly yoga classes, an employee assistance program (EAP), and a fitness membership reimbursement program.

Regular part-time employees and interns are eligible for limited benefits.