Estimator

URGENTLY Seeking an Estimator with 5+ years in commercial estimating. Commercial experience would be a plus, but not required. This person will promote into a Senior Estimator within a few years!

Client Details

Join a TOP mid-sized General Contractor who is known for their integrity of work, family-first culture, and giving back to the community. They specialize in commercial construction and are looking for an estimator/senior estimator to join the team for the long haul, promoting into a leadership position within 5 years.

Description

• Review specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, bid strategy, and marketing presentations as requested.
• Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff of certain sections and reviewing vendor quotations.
• Review and incorporate historical data from prior projects as required.
• Interface with Owner, A/E and /or subcontractors to provide accurate cost estimates.
• Prepare conceptual estimates as needed by our clients
• Participate in plan review and estimating reviews for prospective projects.
• Understanding of construction specifications and blueprint reading.
• Responsible for soliciting subcontractors/suppliers to ensure proper coverage.
• Utilize and complete the subcontractor pre-qualification.
• Identify and distribute documents to interested bidders.
• Leadership during the design process through a design-assist process, value engineering opportunities, alternates and material replacements, new techniques/ideas/products, and subcontractor relationships.
• Lead efforts to secure long lead subcontractors and materials
• Work with Cities and Municipalities to identify and procure required permits.

Profile

• BA/BS degree construction management, engineering, or 3+ year(s) experience in the estimating or project management field.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications.
• Ground up project knowledge and experience preferred
• Proficient in Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Sage, MS Project
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Interesting in mentorship opportunity
• Quantity takeoff and cost estimate experience

Job Offer

• Base salary ranging from $120,000 - $150,000 depending on experience
• Competitive employer 401k match
• Fully employer-paid health, vision, and dental insurance
• 4 weeks PTO

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