Estimator - Industrial Construction

Key Responsibilities

• Bid Process Management
• Set up and organize bid folders on SharePoint/Teams
• Establish project bids on Building Connected (or current bid solicitation platform)
• Issue Invitations to Bid (ITBs) to subcontractors and vendors
• Execute Project Bid Setup Forms and procure all required items and information
• Procure bid bonds and complete bid forms and proposals for submission by assigned deadlines
• Estimating & Takeoffs
• Perform scope/specification takeoffs and quantity takeoffs for various scopes of work
• Create estimates in a methodical, organized manner that can be easily reviewed and interpreted by others
• Conduct quantity takeoffs, analysis, estimates, and studies for all items within assigned scope
• Ensure estimates are accurate and competitive
• Communication & Coordination
• Communicate with design professionals and/or owners prior to bid via RFIs to clarify any ambiguities or inaccuracies in bid documents
• Maintain frequent communication with subcontractors and vendors to verify participation and procure a minimum of three (3) prices per scope of work
• Procure, analyze, and review subcontractor and vendor pricing; communicate regarding questions or revised pricing needs
• Document verbal qualifications/clarifications on quotations with date, time, and individual contacted; initial if updated written quote is not procured
• Follow up on pending proposals, respond to questions/clarifications, and ensure closure on each bid/proposal submitted
• Project Coordination
• Collaborate with Project Management (PM) and Field Operations (FO) to develop the best approach for General Conditions (GCs) and incorporate into estimates
• Work with PM and FO to successfully hand off procured/contracted projects, assist with the buy-out process, and develop strategic plans/schedules
• Review drawings, specifications, and all construction documents thoroughly
• Maintain organized and up-to-date records of cost estimates, bids, and other relevant project

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 3+ years of experience in construction estimating
• Strong background in Plumbing, HVAC, Process Piping, and Site Work/Utilities
• Verified experience in multi-discipline construction estimating and scheduling
• Ability to collaborate effectively with construction managers and office staff
• Experience producing resource-loaded critical path method (CPM) schedules
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel and Word)
• Experience with industry-standard estimating and scheduling software such as: Procore FastPIPE, FastDUCT, FastWRAP Primavera P6 EPPM Microsoft Project
• Familiarity with Bluebeam and CAD software