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ESTIMATOR (FEDERAL CONSTRUCTION) | GANA-A'YOO, LIMITED

Type of Position: Full-Time, Regular
Tier: I
Location: National Capital Region
Schedule: TBD
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Reports to: General Manager

• Participate in scoping sessions with the client and produce detailed estimates and technical narratives to present and negotiate with the client. Work to achieve mutual acceptability to obtain a contract.
• Be flexible in various estimating templates as needed by the client, ranging from MS Excel spreadsheets to packaged software (e4Clicks/RS Means).
• Produce subcontractor bid packages, select subcontractors and suppliers based on best value, administer and oversee subcontractor activities. Coordinate with field personnel to ensure expectations are met.
• Review subcontractor material, approved submittals and shop drawings and check construction for compliance.
• Coordinate with clients (primarily Federal Government) to ensure successful completion of projects and client satisfaction.
• Exercise good judgment in utilizing the necessary authority to properly manage and execute construction contracts.
• Assure red line (as-builts) drawings are kept up to date in the field.
• Participate in the company safety program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Four-year degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Building Construction or Building Science preferred, but extensive experience in lieu of degree will be considered.
• 10 years of combined experience in engineering, construction, or similar field with emphasis in project management and estimating for maintenance, repair, and minor construction projects.
• Design/Build experience is a plus
• Experience on Federal projects required.
• Must have experience working with estimating, cost control and scheduling.
• Experience and training must include understanding of construction methods, techniques, equipment and hands-on experience in a supervisory position.
• 4clicks / RS Means estimating software experience
• Working knowledge of field construction including systems, practices, general engineering principles and construction techniques, materials, methods and sequencing.
• Must be able to multi-task efficiently, work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects, and have a strong attention for detail.
• Strong work ethic with a passion to fulfill commitments.
• Remarkable enthusiasm.
• Sincere obligation to client satisfaction
• Ability to pass a background and drug screening.

GYL is an Alaska Native-Owned Village Corporation serving its more than 2,000 Native shareholders and four villages located along the Yukon River. Alaska Native Corporations are the result of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, signed into law in 1971. The act was intended to resolve long-standing issues surrounding aboriginal land claims, stimulate economic development throughout Alaska, as well as to settle land and financial claims. Gana-A'Yoo means "friends together" in the Koyukon Athabaskan language, reflecting our value of building long-term relationships. The company has strong social and cultural ties to its villages and is committed to meeting its economic, social, and cultural obligations to its shareholders.

GYL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religious beliefs, age, disability, U.S. veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.