Estimator

Key Responsibilities

• Defines work scope and solicits/subselects subcontractors
• Proficient in quantity takeoffs
• Proficient in organizing and assembling estimates
• Successful in hard bidding projects, organizes scopes of work
• Proficient in conceptual estimating through the CM Process (Program, Schematic, DD, CD, etc), works with architects and engineers in design, successful in managing the construction budget
• Understands means and methods of construction, knows labor productivity rates of different items
• Understands CPM Scheduling and can translate into construction budget
• Clearly communicates with Subcontractors scheduling expectations
• Knows unit costs of different construction materials and labor
• Knows overall SF cost of construction for different building types
• Knows typical/average system costs for multiple building types, i.e. foundations, substructure, superstructure, exterior skin, roofing, interiors, etc.
• Understands VE process and can lead a working session
• Developed important relationships with subcontractors that helps in winning work
• Proficient in presenting estimates to an owner
• Participates in forecast meetings and tracks budget vs. actual costs through construction

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or other related field
• 3-5 years of experience estimating commercial projects for a General Contractor
• Good time management skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Timberline experience preferred

Benefits

• Free Medical & Dental Insurance even for Family plans
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution
• 401k with Match
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Benefits
• PTO & Holidays