Facade Estimator

Digital Building Components, part of the DPR Family of Companies, is seeking an Estimator to review and execute bids on multiple and/or complex projects.

About the role

This position is responsible for all aspects of the estimating and bid process, from review of plans and specifications to soliciting and negotiating prices from contractors and suppliers. The Estimator will develop thorough proposals on all cost elements relating to DBC’s load-bearing cold-formed steel structures; light-gauge, prefabricated exterior and interior building panels; and light MEP systems. They will determine all cost components of a project, propose alternative solutions, solve technical issues, and provide design/preconstruction phase services. The Estimator will represent Digital Building Components to clients and design/trade partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide all cost elements relative to estimating and planning for a given project.
• Propose alternate solutions relating to the scoping and cost of a project’s architectural finishes, cold-formed metal framing, and/or light MEP systems.
• Provide all design/preconstruction phase services.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, structural architecture, or construction management and/or 10+ years of related experience.
• 5+ years in drywall estimating (load-bearing structures experience highly preferred).

Skills

• Ability to take building and plant costs and translate to a GC model.
• Understanding of load-bearing framing (in metal or wood).
• General understanding of basic building systems.
• Understanding of electrical, plumbing, and mechanical is a plus.
• Good interpersonal skills and strong willingness to work in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to solve technical issues.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.