This position is expected to produce accurate quotes, review contracts and provide customers with a positive bidding experience with little to no assistance from senior management.

Essential (Core Competencies) Duties

Produce mistake-free quotes as requested by our customers.

Entering individual bid information accurately into Bid Matrix.

Assist project management with any issues that may arise during a project.

Participate in project descope and handoff meetings.

Read through specs, addenda, and RFI’s and make appropriate changes to bid.

Read and interpret working drawings.

Build dollar amount of quote using material pricing, labor productions and quantities.

Finalize quote and send to GC.

Rebid project as required.

Contact general contractor/client to discuss project details.

Collect pricing from appropriate vendors by phone call and email.

Follow template to create bid proposal.

Detailed oriented

Contact the specific Architect firm and request the bid list when applicable

Marginal Functions:

Assist in bid review for Jr. Estimators.

Perform contract review to ensure the scope of work, contract dollars and documents match the quote.

Download drawings and applicable construction documentation from appropriate file share sites.

Import drawings to OnScreen Takeoff.

Special projects as assigned by management.

Create and manage personal database within On-Screen Takeoff and QuickBid.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED.

Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Preferred Education and Experience

Associates or bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or related study.

2+ years estimating for a commercial carpentry subcontractor.

Prior commercial carpentry experience.

Experience in Quickbid and OnScreen Takeoff.

Knowledge of customer base and customer relations.

Proficiency in reading blueprints though not required for the position

Key Competencies

The ability to achieve thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task through concern for all areas involved.

The need to be self-motivated to grow personally and professionally through on-going education as a result of the rate of change in the position.

The ability to demonstrate concern for meeting internal and external customer needs in a manner that provides satisfaction for the customer within the resources that can be made available.

The ability to successfully adapt (personally & professionally) to changes in the internal and external environment.

The ability to focus on and meet target goals and objectives.

The ability to evaluate, select and act on various methods and strategies for solving problems and meeting objectives before being asked or required to do so.

The ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously.

The ability to: 1) convey throughs and express ideas effectively using speech in individual or group situations; attends to and fully comprehends what others are saying and 2) use clear & succinct written communication in the execution of this position to effectively transmit data, instructions, processes, procedures, etc.

The ability to show initiative & confidence in actions on the job and take responsibility for personal actions.

The ability to manage one’s internal states, impulses and resources.

Work Environment

The work environment will consist mainly of a normal, climate controlled, office environment.

Company Standards

The employee will adhere to the company’s safety policy and, at all times, will use all required Personal Protective Equipment provided to employee.

The employee will represent the Company in a positive, professional manner with fellow employees and within the communities served.

The employee will encourage and maintain teamwork throughout the company and will communicate all pertinent information in a timely and effective manner.

The employee will endeavor to maintain our integrity by embracing high ethical standards and adhering to company policies.

Consistently demonstrates Company’s Guiding Values of Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Integrity, Teamwork, and Community.

Klover Benefits

Medical Insurance (opt-out and $40 goes back into every weekly paycheck)
Medical Gap Insurance (picks up deductibles on medical plans)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Basic Short-Term Disability
Voluntary Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
401K
Employee Referral Program (Klover employee receives $1000.00 and the referral will receive $500.00 IF BOTH THE KLOVER EMPLOYEE AND REFERRAL STAY PAST 180 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT)

Union or Non-Union

Non-Union

Shift

8 to 5

Industry

Other

Pay Rate

20-23

About Klover

Founded in 1991, our mission is to drive the productivity revolution in construction. We are transforming the way conventional construction is done by offering precision designed, engineered, and fabricated exterior and interior load and non-load bearing panelized wall systems manufactured in a controlled environment. We seamlessly integrate Building Information Models (BIM) with our advanced manufacturing equipment to create high-quality prefabricated wall assemblies with minimum waste and maximum efficiency. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility helps keep your project on schedule while reducing onsite risks.

We’re also a commercial carpentry company offering panel installation, interior wall framing, and drywall services. Our two divisions work together as one providing you with the benefits of modern technology backed by centuries of experience.

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