Estimator


Reports to: Project Manager and Senior Project Manager

Schedule: Full-Time

Position Summary: This position is responsible for leading and managing estimates in coordination with the Project Managers from conceptual through GMP

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

  • Assist with setting up Master Estimate Templates for projects, pre-bid processes, and divisional takeoffs

  • Researching the cost of items such as materials, transport, labor and equipment

  • Establishing and maintaining relationships with contractors and vendors

  • Getting quotes from suppliers and contractors within a specified time frame

  • Assessing the risk levels associated with a project

  • Preparing and submitting quotations and details of costs for work to be done

  • Assisting with bids for new contracts

  • Document management

  • Monitoring the costs at the different stages of a project to ensure it stays within estimated costs

  • Manage the entire project estimate including division 1 - 33 for those projects assigned

  • Maintain a positive attitude and bring the team closer to accomplish the work

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • This position has no supervisory responsibilities


Hiring Requirements/Preferences:

  • Minimum of a 2-year degree in a construction-related field

  • 2 years of estimating experience in the construction field

  • Ability to read MEP, Civil, Structural and Architectural drawings

  • Ability to work additional hours as necessary to meet business plan objectives

  • Ability to travel as necessary

  • Physical ability to review progress at construction sites

  • Proficiency in MS Office with expertise in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

  • Experience with Procore and HH2 software preferred

  • Detail-oriented

  • Exceptional communication skills

  • Strong organization skills and dedication to completing projects in a timely manner

  • Excellent time management and ability to multitask and prioritize work

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision


Other Duties:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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