Construction Estimator III- DEHE Construction Field Operations

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing estimated construction costs during all design phases; conceptual, 35%, 65%, and 95% drawings submittals as requested.
• Aids in the development of parametric models based on historical project data.
• Aids and documents project close out cost analysis; comparing final project cost to base budget estimate plus any budget modifications.
• Supports the department with ongoing development and maintenance of computerized estimating programs and databases.
• Produces cost estimates and cost estimate back up information consisting of, but not limited to, vendor quote gathering, material takeoffs, material costs, construction man-hours, man-hour costs, numbers and type of construction personnel, construction equipment costs, tools and consumables costs, living quarters costs, site transportation equipment, etc., heavy equipment mechanic costs, and transportation costs for all the above.
• Follows a systematic process for cost estimation based on design drawings and specifications, utilizing the latest materials cost, historical information and project information.
• Coordinates with Project Management and Design team concerning any additional/clarifying information required for the cost estimates.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of reading, comprehending and communicating technical information to others using documents, drawings and interpersonal skills effectively.
• Knowledge and ability to read engineering plans, contracts, and material specifications.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards as applicable to the construction industry.
• Knowledge of construction cost estimates, materials, methods, tools, construction management and project scheduling.
• Knowledge of applicable building and trades codes, formal training and experience in construction project management, cost estimating, and scheduling.
• Knowledge in field construction techniques, labor and equipment requirements.
• Knowledge of Excel, using formulas and pivot tables.
• Knowledge of computer software, including; Construction Scheduling and Cost Estimating applications.
• Skills in verbal and written communication.
• Skills in learning other software for use in tracking and cost estimating.

Minimum Education Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering or construction-related field.
• Equivalency of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.

Minimum Experience Qualification

• Construction Estimator I: Non-supervisory - Two (2) years professional work experience in the construction estimating field. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.
• Construction Estimator II: Non-supervisory - Five (5) professional work experience in the construction estimating field. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.
• Construction Estimator III: Non-supervisory – Eight (8) years professional work experience in the construction estimating field. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience. Including two (2) years’ experience in Alaska. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.
• Construction Estimator IV: Non-supervisory – Ten (10) years of experience in the engineering, construction/project administration or construction/project management field, Of which four (4) years construction/project experience in Alaska. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience. Including two (2) years involving employee supervision.

Preferred Experience Qualification

• Bush Alaska and arctic experience.
• Understanding of estimating processes, including quality take-offs.
• Past use of Oracle P6, Hard Dollar.

Preferred Certification Qualification

• Estimator III & IV: Mechanical or Electrical Administrator certificate.
• Plumber or Electrician Certificate of Fitness.
• American Institute of Constructors (AIC) “Certified Associate Constructor” or “Certified Professional Constructor”.
• Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) “Certified Construction Manager”.