Petra Construction Corporation is an award-winning building construction firm based in North Haven, CT. Established in 1953, Petra has substantial experience and has successfully completed projects in the biotechnology, corporate, education, healthcare, religious, specialized and custom residential markets. Visit our website at www.petraconstruction.com for examples of our work.

Using Estimating Department standards and procedures, the Assistant Estimator assists with the preparation of conceptual, bid, negotiated project and change order estimates. The Assistant Estimator helps prepare phasing lists, including budget amounts, and may be requested to research and aid in the purchase of subcontracts and major materials packages. When requested, the Assistant Estimator may also perform assistant project management tasks. This is a full-time in-office position.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting with the following:

Bid and Negotiated Project Estimates

• Set up estimate formats, Issue Bid Information Request Form, Update Bid/Proposal Due Date Schedule
• Create trade and subcontractor lists
• Create and issue Invitation to Bid or invitation to submit pricing proposals
• Develop scope of the work
• Issue Requests for Information
• Complete quantity take-offs
• Price labor and materials on work self-performed by Petra
• Evaluate subcontractor bids or proposals
• Prepare draft estimate and review with supervisor
• Participate in estimate review meeting to determine final bid strategy
• Maintain files on all current estimates

Purchasing

• If requested, purchase materials and buy-out subcontracts

Awarded Projects

• In accordance with Company procedures, prepare a detailed and informed hand-off of the project to Project Management

Subcontractor Development

• Cultivate and build relationships with subcontractors
• Consistently update and maintain subcontractor file information
• Participate as required in the subcontractor qualification process

Production Cost Analysis

• Utilizing current CSI division classifications, enter data to produce an updated Production Cost Analysis of items of work performed by Company field personnel

Meetings

• Attend project walk-throughs as required

• Attend and participate in periodic project management meetings
• Attend and participate in department meetings

Training

• Participate in training to increase job knowledge and improve performance.

Requirements

• At least one (1) year of construction industry experience, including experience in/exposure to the estimating function;
  
• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Mathematics or Construction Science, or equivalent industry experience;
• Knowledge of construction delivery methods, construction means and methods, and cost estimating;
• Intermediate/Advanced software capabilities and skills including MS Excel, Outlook, Word, and industry-specific software, e.g. Procore.

If offered employment:

• Must successfully pass a post-offer physical exam, drug screen and background check.
• Due to business necessity, COVID-19 vaccination is required prior to first day of work. Petra Construction will consider accommodations for those who cannot be vaccinated for disability- or religious-based reasons.

CT residence required; no relocation assistance available.

Benefits offered include health, dental and vision insurance, health savings account contributions, life and disability insurance, 401(k) Plan, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, paid holidays and educational assistance.

Petra Construction Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Persons are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.