The Estimating Intern is responsible for assisting in the completion of requests for proposal, invitations to bid, and requests for qualification responses with the estimating, technical response, and executive management teams.
The Estimating Intern will be assigned to assist estimates and work under the supervisor and direction of an estimator.
The daily work flow for this position consists of subcontractor solicitation and constant collaboration and communication with the rest of the teams in order to meet preestablished deadlines.
Duties/Responsibilities, Core knowledge: Estimating Intern
Building Connected Management
Creating new Invitations to Bid
Data base management
Creating templates and bid invitation lists
Soliciting subcontractors via phone calls and direct messaging
Submitting pre bid RFI, facility access documents, requesting bid bonds, and PPQ’s as instructed
Attending Site Visits
Manage estimate file integrity
Support estimating team with their duties as needed
Skills, Qualifications, Experience: Estimating Intern
Pursuing Degree - engineering/construction management or related field preferred
Experience working directly with Federal Government or large institutions on construction contracts strongly preferred
Ability to assist with multiple estimates
Ability to assist multiple estimators
Experience working in a fast-paced office environment
Proficient with spreadsheets and estimating/database software
Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload
Exceptional organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Effective team player
Excellent communication skills with the ability to read, write and communicate fluently in English
Superior written, oral and digital communication skills
Experience with email, internet, Microsoft Office products (including Excel and Word) and other estimating software (building connected)
Office Requirements
20 hours a week: 2 weeks of initial training in the office