Building Estimator

Summary Of Position

We're hiring a motivated Building Estimator to join our expanding Building division at our North East, MD office. The Estimator will be responsible for preparing estimates for various project components and collaborating closely within a team environment.

Typical Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Prepare scopes of work for subcontractors on upcoming bids.
• Directly communicate with subcontractors through various channels to ensure coverage.
• Develop project schedules.
• Affiliate in problem resolution during construction.
• Review plans and specifications and prepare RFI’s.
• Create detailed estimates and update project estimates using Timberline software.
• Prepare various takeoffs for various project components including, but not limited to, concrete, steel, carpentry, doors, specialties, and equipment installations.
• Obtain competitive pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Coordinate material purchases and orders with the Project Manager.
• Maintain cost on projects for variances to the estimate and for use in preparation of bids on future projects.
• Stay updated on construction technology and methods.
• Collaborate with the project team on strategy and project procurement.
• Secure required bid bonds and coordinate insurance requirements.
• Review contract requirements with in-house legal and subcontractors.
• Collaborate with subcontractors’ pre-award.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Prior estimating experience preferred.
• Prior field construction experience preferred.
• Advanced comprehension of drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in construction and estimating software: Timberline/Sage, Microsoft Project Scheduling, Microsoft Word and Excel, Quantity take-off systems: QTO, OST & Paydirt, HeavyBid.