Construction Project Estimator – Facilities Management

Provides intermediate to complex facilities operations support for a department based on established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with facilities teams, operations, project managers, manufacturer representatives, contractors, architects, engineers and/or other outside subject matter experts to gather all relevant information necessary for developing project scope, estimates and schedules.
• Work closely with university customers on scopes to ensure estimates account for schedules and operational needs.
• Analyze project documents, including blueprints, specifications, and other relevant data to determine quantity takeoffs to develop material, labor, and equipment costs.
• Analyze contractor quotes and estimates if applicable for completeness; compare costs, quantities, and scopes to those already developed.
• Perform field site visits to thoroughly and safely verify, research, and evaluate existing conditions and systems; document findings through the use of photos, videos, or other electronic means and provide detailed electronic reports identifying issues discovered, and a scope of work along with means and methods of completion.
• Identify potential risks and opportunities as it relates to cost, schedule, construction, maintenance, longevity, and other factors inherent and important to facilities operations.
• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for facilities management projects, ensuring alignment with industry standards, university guidelines, and field conditions.
• Develop cost estimates for new construction, renovation, and maintenance projects based on the developed project scope and field conditions.
• Develop and electronically maintain historical cost data records for future project reference.
• Keep up with industry trends, improved products, regulations, and best practices.
• Make informed recommendations to leadership based on up-to-date market trends, material costs, and developments in the construction industry.
• Provide support during the bid proposal process, including the preparation of bid documents and comprehensive cost breakdowns.
• Schedule Project Turnover meetings with Project Managers and other team members as required; support Project Managers and other team members in other meetings as needed.
• Accurately manage multiple tasks simultaneously, work in a fast-paced environment, and turn around estimates in an expedient manner without compromising integrity or thoroughness.
• Travel to other Arizona-based campuses for estimating projects at those locations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintained throughout employment.
• Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39-month period from date of hire.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing project scope, sketches, markups, and cost estimates for facility projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of all phases of repair, construction, and alteration work performed by skilled trades personnel, including knowledge of methods, tools, equipment, and materials of the construction trades.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction materials, methods, and industry standards.
• Experience in reading and interpreting architectural and engineering drawings.
• Experience in estimation software such as RSMeans and Microsoft Excel.
• Professional certification in estimating or project management.
• Experience in working on facilities management projects in a higher education institution.
• Demonstrated knowledge of commercial deferred maintenance MEP systems estimating.
• Demonstrated knowledge with Building Information Modeling (BIM) software.
• Experience in scheduling entire building projects with multiple phases.
• Experience in developing deferred maintenance projects and scope estimates.
• Demonstrated knowledge of local building codes and regulations.
• Experience with project management skills for coordinating multiple estimates and projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Working Environment

Most activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work. Occasional bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds. Regular use of standard office equipment including, but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals. Occasional fieldwork, which may require accessing paved, rocky or uneven areas and exposure to dirt, dust, extreme temperatures and inclement weather. Must drive ASU vehicles.

Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. This position is based at ASU’s Tempe campus and will require working from other campuses depending on operational needs.

Pay

$62,000 - $65,000 per year or commensurate with experience and education.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules
• 22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff
• Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
• Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
• Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Paid time for volunteer and professional development
• Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
• Disability and leave program for income protection
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges
• ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships

This position is located at the ASU Tempe campus, 1551 S. Rural Road Tempe, AZ, 85287.