Precon Engineer

About the role

DPR Construction is seeking a Junior Estimator with at least 2 years of commercial construction experience. Estimators will work primarily on negotiated commercial projects within our core markets.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with architects, engineers, owners, and subcontractors
• Prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade specific clarifications and comprehensive bid packages
• Have knowledge and understanding of unit costs and the factors that affect construction cost
• Experience being a member of the team involved in Request for Proposal Responses (RFP’s) and the formal presentation for a project
• Contact suppliers and vendors to discuss various requests and due dates
• Effectively and efficiently handle subcontractor requests
• Prepare and distribute time-sensitive materials
• Cook up and coordinate activities of the team from bid to proposal
• Provide a consistent customer service experience with subs and vendors
• Track and update vendor information and manage local vendor database
• Prepare and distribute detailed estimate updates, as the design evolves, including preparing variance summaries between estimates
• Experience writing and negotiating subcontracts
• Willingness and desire to actively participate in Value Engineering sessions with the project team and design team

Qualifications

• Flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines
• Excellent listening skills and strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work both as a team player and independently
• Ability to understand and navigate architectural and structural drawings
• Computer competency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Prolog preferred
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues
• Effective participation in team environment
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Estimating software (OnScreen Takeoff or similar), Project Management software (Prolog or similar), and Scheduling software (Primavera or similar)
• 2+ years of experience as a Commercial Construction Estimator, preferably within DPR’s Core Market projects
• Bachelor’s degree a plus but not required
• A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude

Pay

This position is salaried.

Schedule

N/A