Estimator (Commercial Construction)

Job Summary

We have over 40 years of design-build experience and we are seeking an experienced, motivated individual to join our team as a Commercial Construction Estimator. Our company prides itself on our extensive knowledge and experience. Our mission is to be the best government developer in the nation while maintaining our core values of honesty and integrity.

General Accountabilities

• Tracks and obtains plans for potential projects to bid.
• Prequalify potential subcontractors for bidding
• Attend pre-bid meetings, prepare and submit questions for the owner or design professional to clarify bid/contract documents and/or proposal questions.
• Responsible for plan deposits, bid bonds, and bid proposal preparation.
• Plans bidding strategy to meet or exceed minority participation requirements.
• Create comprehensive estimates with the proper level of detail for all design stages.
• Prepare general conditions studies to accurately reflect costs associated with overhead, general conditions, and/or general requirements.
• Prepare and assemble detailed estimates by completing take-offs and reviewing specifications.
• Review quotes, proposals, estimates received from material suppliers and subcontractors for accuracy.
• Provide information from pre-construction team to construction team.
• Aid in the preparation of subcontract agreements and buyouts of projects.
• Establish and maintain historical costs database(s)
• Attend networking events to establish new and improve existing relationships

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business construction management, design, engineering, related field or equivalent experience is required
• Ideally, a minimum of five years of Construction experience with a commercial general contractor, specifically within estimation and design
• Willingness and ability to undergo continuing education around construction best practices
• Working knowledge of estimating software programs
• Preference to be able to select, build out and set up processes within software programs
• Procore Project Management Software

Competencies/Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Critical thinking
• Problem-solving
• Time management
• Management of personnel resources
• Vendor management
• Detail oriented
• Technical skills
• Cost Estimating
• Proposal writing

Physical Demands

• Infrequency bending, lifting, twisting, etc
• Frequent sitting, walking, etc
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds

Travel Required

Minimal travel is required for site visits as dictated by the phase and pace of the project.

Posted: 2024-04-02

Code: 1RP-000170

Type: Full-Time

City, State: Raleigh, North Carolina, United States