Construction Estimator

Job Summary

Provide estimating services during preconstruction from projects $20M+. Supports the preconstruction managers, senior estimators, or project managers as assigned on all types of building contracts.

Job Description

• Gather, calculate, and compile data and information from quantity surveys, plans and specifications to use in preparing an overall estimate or portion of an estimate under general supervision
• Review project specifications, drawings, attend pre-con meetings, to understand scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Responsible for advanced quantity surveys and quantification of select subcontractor trades
• Prepare scopes of work with suppliers and subcontractors for review by pre-construction or project managers
• Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity reports, etc., into unit and man-hour figures
• Analyze and post subcontractor quotes
• Maintain Budget Status log
• Analyze value engineering
• Collect and prepare historical cost analysis
• Foster positive internal relationships with project teams safety, operations, and accounting
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with owner, architect, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Attend meetings as directed with architect and/or owner to gather and disseminate information regarding projects

Education/Experience

• A Bachelor degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or similar major is required
• Minimum of three years of vertical building and/or estimating experience. Previous field experience essential to the position

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions and trade practices
• Excellent oral and written skills required
• Excellent computer skills, knowledge of CostOS, On-Screen Take-off, and familiarity with Microsoft office suite programs
• Knowledge of Asta (scheduling software)

Compensation

Pay Type: Salary
Pay Range: $85,000 to $100,000 per year, based on qualifications and experience.
Other Compensation: Bonus commensurate with individual performance, company performance, and experience.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options
• Life and AD&D Insurance (company paid) and Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance (employee paid)
• Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
• Short-term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance (employee paid)