Construction Estimator (GC)

Responsibilities

• Utilize and continuously improve RaLin's estimating system and processes.
• Define deliverables and acceptable timeline for each bid or budget, including bid administration.
• Prepare and maintain status of plan reproduction; communicate with subcontractors and vendors.
• Prepare subcontractor bid packages and perform quantity take-offs with detail sheets.
• Transmit addenda and other bid information to subcontractors and ensure that we have the proper coverage from subcontractors on bid day.
• Contact supply houses to obtain additional subcontractor bids and gain adequate pricing from subcontractors.
• Submit 100% of bids and budgets by the bid deadline.
• Enter all relevant information into Sage (Timberline), Procore, and Microsoft Teams; post Bid review and captures estimate in cost history database.
• Support development of the strategic plan to achieve revenue, profitability, and growth.
• Review bid requirements thoroughly and ensure thorough understanding of the scope for specific trades assigned.
• Develop RFI's and clarifications and ensure adequate subcontractor coverage.
• Perform a comprehensive "bid day" analysis and scoping of specific assigned trades.
• Project Approach – develop estimating approach to winning project, key subs, or fee enhancement strategy, etc.
• Drive Value with alternate approaches, constructability review and value-engineering ideas on every bid.
• Risk assessment – make general recommendations concerning project complexity, LD’s, Contract Duration or other bid factors.
• Consistently follow up on submitted bids and budgets with Architect, Owner and/or Construction Manager to close business.
• Properly turn over bid documents and sub buyout information to Project Management in a timely manner.
• Review drawings with Project Management team and highlight areas of concern.
• Complete Estimating Turnover Form to ensure compliance.
• Thoroughly check requirements to buy the proper scope.
• Ensure that subs are aware of (and commit to) the project schedule.
• Seek and qualify new subcontractors.

Qualifications

• A 4-year college degree from an accredited university.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, MS Project.
• Self-motivated & punctual.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and have excellent follow up skills both internally and externally.
• Professional and polished in appearance and speech.
• Sage (Timberline), P6, BIM, Onscreen Takeoff, and Procore

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand and walk.
• The employee must regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

• This job operates in a professional office environment.
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
• This is a full-time position, and normal operating hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5 pm with the potential for occasional evening and weekend work, depending on exigent circumstances.