Associate Estimator

Company Overview
Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial and non-residential construction markets. We are committed to recruiting, developing and advancing employees from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, as well as supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness that allows you to contribute to your fullest potential. We place high value on training and professional development, encouraging you to broaden and strengthen your unique skill sets so you can fully realize your potential.
Job Description
PCI is seeking an Associate Estimator for its PCI San Diego operations. This individual will be involved in Metal Framing, Drywall, and Acoustical Ceiling scopes and is responsible for the following duties:

Performing quantitative takeoffs on construction projects
Establish labor productivities for estimate
Maintain positive relationships with area vendors for competitive material and equipment pricing.
Solicit subcontractor pricing for work done outside of our self-perform group.
Understand the market conditions including competitive approach, backlog, level or risk for work and other factors for establishing margin percentages.
Be involved in the internal bid reviews with supervisors and project team.
Participate in the customer alignment objectives of the branch by creating and maintaining positive customer relations.
Contract administration for secured projects.
Prepare wage and benefit schedules.
Assist in the hand-off of secured projects to the Operations Team.
Assist in other duties as assigned such as change order management or billings depending on the project(s).
Salary range: $77,200-82,200 annual salary plus non-guaranteed annualized bonus program
Requirements
Basic Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science or Construction Management
Minimum Requirements

Strong ability to read, understand and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI’s scopes of work
Strong record of establishing and maintaining customer relationships.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
High level of attention to detail and cost analysis.
Ability to accurately read schedules for sequencing and durations of applicable scopes of work.
Experience with computer takeoff & estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff and Quickbid.
Preferred Requirements

OSHA Certification
Experience with estimating drywall and/or paint scopes of construction is preferred