Purpose
The purpose of this role is to provide efficient and effective technical and administrative support for the Estimating function. Specifically, this role provides accurate and timely quantity take-offs, calculations, material control, bid deliveries, and other technical and administrative duties as assigned.
Focus & Scope
Essential duties and responsibilities, i.e. those which are basic, necessary, and an integral part of the job, are indicated below:
Company / Entity
- Actively supports estimating goals and objectives through completing technical/ administrative projects on time and accurately, providing ongoing support, and proactively resolving challenges and issues.
- Collaborates across department and supports consistent technical practices and administrative procedures. Adheres to policies, procedures, and standards that protect the company's interests.
- Promotes and protects Teichert Construction values including diversity, teamwork, fair work environment, and respect of others in order to maintain a "team" spirit within the business unit and on project teams; works and cooperates with other disciplines within business unit.
- Promotes and protects the community perception of Teichert.
Technical / Specialty Area
- Provides essential assistance in the preparation of project proposals through:
- Interpreting construction project designs and drawings to calculate material quantity requirements (i.e. take-offs) for one or more disciplines (earthwork volumes, underground utilities, material, and topside improvements).
- Researching historical data used in estimating function and compiling relevant data for uses in bid proposal estimates.
- Contributes to the smooth operation of the Estimating function through day-to-day activities such as picking up plans, delivering bids, making copies, and archiving plans.
- Checks bid proposal forms for accuracy.
- Performing clerical duties such as setting up and maintaining department files for inclusion in bid proposals. Maintain files of working documents for back-up to estimating figures.
- Provides support and assistance, as needed and during peak times, such as helping with GPS modeling.
- Builds and maintains positive working relationships with internal and external customers. Maintains a favorable impression of the company with external customers through professional and courteous interactions.
- Gathers feedback and continuously makes improvements to work processes, practices, and equipment.
- Assists in achieving a zero-injury culture through supporting safety programs and actively participating in appropriate safety meetings and training sessions to maintain a safe, healthy work environment and meet corporate safety standards.
- Completes internal administrative organization and documentation, including project logs, files, records and reports pertaining to Engineering Services function.
Relationships, Qualifications and Requirements, & Competencies
Key Relationships
Reports to:
- Take-off Supervisor (or Engineering Services Manager)
External clients:
- Owners/agencies, Engineers, Tech Support
Internal clients:
- Engineering Services Manager, Take-off Supervisor, Estimators, Project Managers, and Superintendents
Role Qualifications & Requirements
Education:
- High School diploma or GED. Trade school or technical AA degree a plus
Experience & Industry Expertise:
- On the job training
- Prior drafting and construction experience a plus
Specific Job Requirements:
- Successful completion of a pre-employment drug, alcohol, and background investigation
- Valid Driver's License
- Ability to preserve confidential and proprietary information and successfully avoid conflicts-of-interest
- Current on all company required safety training
- Knowledge of drafting and ability to read and interpret blueprints preferred
- Knowledge of geometry and basic trigonometry
- Ability to utilize computer aided systems and equipment to calculate material quantity requirements
- Knowledge of company's Standard Operating Policies and Procedures
- Ability to consistently appear for work on time
- Ability to work authorized overtime as required
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Teichert, Inc.
Feb 25, 2025