Estimator - Charlotte, NC

About the role

rand* construction corporation is the nation's largest woman-founded, woman-owned general contractor. We specialize in tenant interiors, retail, restaurants, and building renovations (capital expenditure). Founded in 1989 by Linda Rabbitt, rand* has grown from a small interiors firm to a multi-market construction company with annual revenues exceeding $700 million.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual estimates and budgets for upcoming projects
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs; provide scope sheets for purchasing
• Maintain bid log of documents, preparing detailed sub-contractor scope of work, and extensive follow-up (bid administration)
• Develop subcontractor relationships for the solicitation of bids
• Attend pre-bid meetings and/or site visits
• Participate in the interview and project award process
• Maintain qualified subcontractor list
• Minimize job costs by communicating scopes of work with subcontractors and vendors
• Identify potential project risks
• Engage with marketing department and other team members during the proposal/bidding process by reviewing RFPs, bid documents
• Analyze company costs to estimate project costs
• Communicate with owners, architects, engineers, owners and project team

Requirements

• BS/BA in Engineering or Construction Management (recommended but not required)
• Minimum of 4 years of experience estimating/managing commercial construction projects
• Knowledge of architecture, engineering and construction
• Strong ability to analyze project drawings, specifications and RFPs

Qualifications

• High proficiency with On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam Revu, & Microsoft Office software (e.g., PowerPoint, Word, Project, Excel, etc.)
• Ability to perform turnover meetings and close out reviews including cost analyses
• Strong Mechanical, Plumbing & Electrical experience preferred but not required

Skills

• Preferred candidates possess high proficiency with On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam Revu, & Microsoft Office software (e.g., PowerPoint, Word, Project, Excel, etc.)
• Preferred candidates have strong Mechanical, Plumbing & Electrical experience

Benefits

rand* is consistently ranked among the best companies to work for, and we aspire to be the most respected and renowned builder for excellence, leadership, integrity, and unsurpassed value. rand* is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering meaningful careers and cultivating a workplace where individuals can thrive and do their best work.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

The role is full-time and based in our Charlotte, NC office.

Benefits

Details on benefits are not specified in the job posting.