Estimating
Chief Estimator, Estimator, CAD/Estimating Manager,
Takeoff Manager, Preconstruction Manager, Business
Development Manager, Estimator and Project
Manager/Engineer
What they need
» Complete the highest possible number of bids
in the shortest possible time frame, often under
deadline pressure
» Ensure cost estimate and calculation accuracy
while applying pricing strategies to meet work
volume and margin requirements
» Create detailed and accurate site models to verify
and calculate bid quantities
» Communicate how bids were created and jobs
were envisioned to other teams so resources
can be scheduled and work can be planned and
executed accordingly
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