Estimator

POSITION SUMMARY

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs quantity take-offs.
• Assists in the pricing and bidding of construction projects.
• Communicates with architects and consultants to clarify scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements, and documents these clarifications.
• Covers reviews of milestone documents for the development and pricing of value alternative opportunities.
• Participates in the internal estimate review process.
• Aids field operations with change order pricing if needed.
• Directs, coordinates and provides information and documents to subcontractors.
• Prepares contractual exhibits for scope of work for subcontracts.
• Participates in hard bid/estimating and GMP budgeting activities by soliciting subcontractor support and evaluating bids.
• Builds relationships with subcontractors to obtain a competitive advantage for McCarthy.
• Attends industry events and represents McCarthy to the industry in a professional capacity.
• Builds and maintains relationships with internal McCarthy clients.
• Keeps current with latest estimating technology and techniques.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related major OR 2+ years of experience required.
• Basic knowledge of estimating technology and tools such as On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Building Information Modeling (BIM), Assemble, Revit and Bluebeam or related software required.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications required.
• Must demonstrate behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values while maintaining a "value added" approach to estimating.
• Strong math and analytical skills with attention to detail required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
• General knowledge of construction principles and processes, as well as negotiated/hard bids and GMP processes preferred.

PAY

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. For Colorado locations only, in accordance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB19-085), we are including McCarthy’s good-faith and reasonable estimate of a range of entry level base compensation at the time of the posting. This does not include possible bonus and other benefits which can impact total compensation. Given the dynamic nature of the large-scale commercial construction industry, a candidate’s project portfolio and background can change the role and compensation for which that candidate might be qualified. The title and pay range for this role could change based on candidate qualifications and experience. Pay Range: $78,000 - $85,000.