Estimator Job at DCS Asset Maintenance, Houston, TX

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  • DCS Asset Maintenance
  • Houston, TX

Job Description



DCS AM is a privately head business committed to treating all employees like family at the core of our values. Our employees provide innovative, safe, and high-quality infrastructure/maintenance contracting services to State DOT's across the entire United States. Employees receive generous compensation packages, employee engagement events & career development programs, just to name a few of the perks of being part of the DCSAM family!

To provide quality service, we need top-of-the-line employees. That is why we offer great compensation, awesome benefits, and a work environment worth bragging about! 

Job Description



Responsibilities

  • Understand the project/program and its requirements
  • Determine key variables for cost and other estimates
  • Gather first-hand information from sites, suppliers, subcontractors, and operators
  • Conduct research to obtain data on labor costs, materials, production times, etc.
  • Use software for data analysis, forecasting and budgeting
  • Obtain and review offers and quotes by subcontractors or vendors
  • Perform risk analysis
  • Create and submit estimate reports or bids to appropriate persons (project managers, company leadership, etc.)
  • Build relationships with key vendors (subcontractors, suppliers, engineers etc.)

Qualifications



Requirements and skills

  • Proven experience as estimator or similar position – experience with highway or structures asset maintenance is a plus
  • Familiarity with financial and project management principles
  • In depth knowledge of research and data analysis methods and estimation formulas
  • Proven math and IT ability with an analytical mindset
  • Proficient in relevant software (Excel)
  • Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities
  • Thoroughness and reliability
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to take direction and bring solutions
  • Must be able to work non-standard hours during heavy periods of activity

Location

  • Position will be remote

Additional Information



Why Join Us?

We are on the precipice of growth with nowhere to go but up. As leaders in our industry, backed by the best financial partners in the nation, we are building the team that will grow with us. You’ll be part of a leadership-minded team that values people, purpose and progress. We’re building upon a longstanding, meaningful foundation and we want Finance to be at the heart of it.

We offer:

  • Competitive salary and performance bonus
  • Great benefits including 401K and generous PTO
  • High growth company with leadership visibility
  • Chance to make your mark and build your team
  • Collaborative culture that values transparency and initiative
  • Training of current Finance Ops Processes (potential company-paid travel to Pennsylvania)

DCSAM is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all hiring and employment regulations. In the event an ADA accommodation is needed, DCSAM is happy to help all employees achieve gainful employment in an atmosphere where they are appreciated and respected. DCSAM offers subcontracting services to government agencies as such, candidates may be subject to pre-employment screenings such as criminal background checks, pre-employment, post-accident & reasonable impairment drug screenings, motor vehicle record checks, etc. as such, DCSAM complies with all federal and state regulatory guidelines including the FCRA.

Job Tags

Full time, For subcontractor,

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