Estimator

About the role

An Estimator supports and works with management, operations and estimating staff in the review of project plans, requirements, and specifications. The Estimator generates budgets, estimates and proposals with the understanding of the constructability, means and methods, logistics, schedule, risk, and profitability of each project.

Responsibilities

• Create work proposals
• Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Prepare discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work
• Maintain files of working documents as back up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.
• Review design options and recommend best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials
• Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and man hour figures
• Review proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work
• Cookordinate total estimating effort relevant to bid/project as assigned
• Maintain files of working documents as back up for estimates figures
• Interact with owner, A/E, and other contractors to provide engineering and cost data regarding project feasibility
• Negotiate financial disputes and change orders with owners
• Administrate point of contact for the owner
• Understand details of project scope of work
• Create and maintain project cost reports
• Document and negotiate changes that may affect project completion or contract costs with subcontractors and owners
• Develop field quality assurance and quality control plan with Superintendent
• Collaborate on project safety plan with Superintendent(s)
• Manage MBE/WBE subcontracting requirements
• Manage EEO/Affirmative action contract requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or another degree related to the built environment
• 5-8 years estimating, cost control, project management, and/or engineering experience in construction environment
• Knowledge of estimating techniques and cost control, plus ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems is essential

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401K matching
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Work is performed at various locations as assigned.