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Skills
Accountingunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Biddingunmatched
Budgetingunmatched
Change Requests/Ordersunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Constructionunmatched
Construction Contractsunmatched
Construction Drawingsunmatched
Construction Engineeringunmatched
Construction Estimatesunmatched
Construction Managementunmatched
Contract Manufacturingunmatched
Contract Reviewunmatched
Cost Controlunmatched
Cost Estimatesunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
English Languageunmatched
Entrepreneurshipunmatched
Financial Controlunmatched
HVACunmatched
Market Trackingunmatched
Market Trend Analysisunmatched
Negotiation Skillsunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Pricingunmatched
Process Managementunmatched
Procurement Strategyunmatched
Project Trackingunmatched
Purchase Ordersunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Retail Constructionunmatched
Spanish Languageunmatched
Value Engineeringunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
Description
Job Title: Estimator and Bid controller Location: Glendale, NY/Brooklyn, NY Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site | Direct hire
Salary: 75K base salary plus Benefits
As an Estimator, you will lead the bidding and cost control process for our retail construction program. You will also help build and manage the company's relationships with manufacturers and vendors, serving as the company's procurement resource. You will also support the Maintenance Department with estimating and quoting on an as-needed basis.
Responsibilities:
Prepare, review and submit competitive bids to General Contractors (GCs) for construction and refurbishments.
Perform detailed cost estimating, quantity take-offs and value engineering analysis for construction scopes of work.
Lead the bid leveling process and manage the award process together with headquarters.
Track project costs against approved budgets; monitor change orders, cost overruns and variances, and report findings to management.
Negotiate pricing, payment terms and contract conditions with manufacturers, suppliers and subcontractors.
Build and maintain a manufacturer and vendor database; develop preferred-vendor relationships to secure favorable pricing, lead times and contract terms.
Provide estimating and quoting for the Maintenance Department s purchase requests and vendor proposals.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of bids, purchase orders, vendor contracts and pricing agreements.
Collaborate with the Construction, Maintenance and Accounting teams to align procurement strategy with project and operational needs.
Monitor market pricing trends and material costs to keep estimates competitive and accurate.
Requirements:
4+ years of experience in construction estimating cost control or procurement (retail construction experiencepreferred).
Experience preparing and leveling GC bids and reviewing construction contracts.
Experience with MEP and HVAC estimating is a preferred.
Proven experience (Procurement) negotiating with vendors, manufacturers or subcontractors.
Proficiency in Excel; experience with estimating or cost-control software is a plus.
Must be able to read construction and shop drawings.
Highly organized and detail-oriented; comfortable managing multiple bids and quotes simultaneously.
Must be able to work in a fast paced/entrepreneurial environment.
Strong written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish.
Education: Professional college degree (engineering or construction management preferred).