Key Tasks
Learn and Assist the Estimating Process
- Understand CSI divisions and structure of estimates.
- Reading plans and specifications.
- Generate Bid Solicitations to project specific subcontract base using Columbia’s ITB Software.
- Communicate via phone, email, and text with subcontractors to secure/confirm bid participation.
- Log sub responses on the Extranet and maintain established sublist.
- Manage bid documents and distribute electronically.
- Assist Estimator with the distribution of project information or clarifications to subcontractors.
- Perform quantity take off using On Screen Takeoff (OST) and Assemble.
- Develop an understanding of using various estimating software (OST, BlueBeam, Extranet, Assemble, In-site, etc.)
- Assist the Estimator with the creation of trade specific tabulation sheets and project scopes.
- Develop a clear understanding of each trade’s scope of work.
- Attend site visits and subcontractor walk-throughs as required.
- Participate in project meetings and budget reviews when appropriate.
Proposal and Interview Involvement
- Assist with providing proposal deliverables under the direction of the estimating team when called upon.
Subcontractor Relationships
- Establish working relationships with subcontractors.
- Effectively and respectfully communicate with subcontractors to ensure timely and accurate bids.
Continuous Improvement and Educational Learning
- Attend industry events when appropriate.
- Improve existing knowledge of estimating by successfully:
- Reading plans & specs
- Performing takeoff
- Communicating with subs
- Proactive an ambitious/willingness to learn
- Participate in weekly preconstruction team huddles
- Obtaining a basic understanding of Schedule and Estimating are related
Schedule Assistance
- Data entry P6 / Excel.
- Preparing a variety of outputs from Primavera (Gantt Chart, Spreadsheets), Excel graphics.
- Develop a clear understanding of schedule layouts and how to view a schedule.
- Develop a basic understanding of Scheduling Terminology.
Smart PM – Construction Schedule Analysis Software
- Collecting scheduling files and uploading.
- Printing out reports for various teams.
- Develop a basic understanding of schedule health and quality.
Narratives / Presentations
- Assisting with preparation of narratives and/or presentations.