Estimator

Company: TriMark USA
Location: Daly City
Posted on: June 22, 2022

Job Description:

TriMark USA is one of the country's largest providers of foodservice equipment and supplies. We proudly serve our customers by providing design services, commercial equipment, and foodservice supplies across a wide range of industries and business sectors. As a company, we strive to lead with our values and to support the success and sustainability of our customers so they can focus on their culinary pursuits.


FULL TIME - HYBRID - BENEFITS INCLUDED


(Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet & Legal Insurance)


The Estimator reports to the Estimating Manager, and is located in San Francisco, CA.


POSITION SUMMARY:


The Estimator will be responsible for reviewing bid documents and requesting pricing for the purpose of preparing detailed foodservice equipment estimates and bid proposals.


QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:



Associate degree

Must complete CFSP Test within first 3 years of employment

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, Finance or related discipline preferred

1-2 years Project Management or Estimating role in the Construction industry

Foodservice industry experience preferred

OSHA 30-Hr Construction Safety & Health Certification preferred



ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:



Request and review foodservice equipment bid packages

Help to evaluate bid opportunities

Attend pre-bid meetings or walk-throughs as necessary

Analyze drawings and other construction documents to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates

Solicit and review pricing from vendors and subcontractors

Ability to provide value-engineering options as necessary

Compile estimates and detailed bid proposals

Follow-up timely on bids submitted

Attend scope reviews meetings to discuss scope of work with general contractors and have ability to sell TriMark's capabilities and project experience

Upon receipt of a contract, review scope of work and schedule. Coordinate with Project Manager, Project Coordinator and Contract Administrator

Schedule kick-off meeting to transition job to Project Coordinator and Project Manager

Assist with vendor negotiations

Build strong positive relationships with customers, vendors, and company personnel

Research questions as they arise

Keep up with product and vendor discount knowledge

Help to maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors

Increase bid win percentage, bid revenue, and gross profit on jobs year after year

Build relationships with General Contractors, Consultants, and Architects in order to build a book of business

Other duties as assigned by Supervisor



COMPETENCIES:



Strong organizational and communication skills, both oral and written

Good problem solving and critical thinking skills with ability to take proactive approach

Time management skills with high sense of urgency

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team

Good business acumen

Excellent customer service/sales attitude

Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office products and Adobe Acrobat

Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environmentEstimator - Page 2 of 3

Above average math skills

Strong negotiating skills

Basic working knowledge of general construction, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing


Knowledge of construction specification documents including the document flow process
Submittals

RFI/RFP process

Addendums





Ability to read architectural drawings and written specifications

Results oriented



Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Unifier and JD Edwards preferred





TriMark's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is a purposeful mission of strengthening our organization and those we serve by uniting the unique differences of our employees. This mission is instilled in who we are as a company. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion through sharing, education, and experiences. We are greater together through unity in diversity. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to .

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