SUMMARY Prepares complete estimates for assigned project(s) and determines project plans and specifications. RESPONSIBILITIES * Reviews and incorporates historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and man-hour figures * Estimates worker-hours and materials required to complete the job * Reviews specifications, drawings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimates * Maintains files of working documents and back-up for estimate figures. * Reads and interprets instructions and documentation and plans work activities. * Moves materials and equipment to work locations and sets up work sites * Follows all hazardous waste handling guidelines. * Completes records, maintains tools and equipment, and performs various clean-up and housekeeping activities. * Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required. JOB REQUIREMENTS * Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy. * Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work. * Follow contracts as assigned. * Apply shop mathematics to solve problems. * Plan work and select proper tools. * Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects. * Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings. * Make decisions based on measurable criteria. * Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 1. Strength: a. Standing 40% Walking 40% Sitting 20% b. Lifting 50 lb. Carrying 50 lb. Pushing 70 ft-lb. Pulling 70 ft-lb. 2. Climbing F Balancing F 3. Stooping O Kneeling O Crouching O Crawling O Reaching C Handling C Fingering F EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS NP Not Present O Occasionally (0-33%) Frequently (34-66%) Constantly (67-100%) BR>