***Direct applicants only. This position does not accept agency submissions or recruiter referrals*** We are looking to add an energetic, social, team player with construction estimating experience who is looking to join a collaborative preconstruction team in Flagstaff, AZ. This teammate will assist in the procurement of complex projects for the organization’s commercial, healthcare, and agency General Contracting opportunities. FLSA Classification- Exempt, full-time, salaried Compensation- at an amount commensurate with experience. Benefits include but are not limited to full health care benefits for employee (plus spouse and covered children) with premiums paid by the company, 9+ company paid holidays annually, paid time off/sick leave, profit sharing, pension plan, paid community service hours and continuing education benefits. Reports to- Director of Preconstruction Services Job Description Essential Functions/Abilities - Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions
- Regular, consistent and prompt attendance
- Must be able to follow the standards and behaviors outlined in the current and future Employee Handbooks and Health and Safety Manuals
- Effective and timely verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent math and analytical skills
- Excellent computer skills
- Ability to work in the office setting for long periods
- Ability to perform physical requirements of “job walks” (navigate uneven terrain, climb ladders, crawl under structures, etc.as required to assess potential projects)
- Extensive knowledge of pre-construction and construction costs, processes, and timelines
- Excellent plan interpretation skills (both commercial and residential)
- Excellent project scheduling skills
- Maintaining positive relationships with subcontractors, owners, designers, agencies, utilities, and co-workers
- Ability to handle multiple projects in the various stages of the construction process and using multiple types of delivery methods (CMAR, Design-Build, Hard Bid, Catalogue Pricing Book, etc.) at one time
- Knowledge of mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems
- Ability to learn estimating software and implement into estimating process
- Ability to organize and maintain vendor quotes
- Ability to write subcontracts and purchase orders
- Ability to issue and assemble project schedules
- Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinate pre-construction activities as projects require
- Participate actively in the project proposal interviewing process
- Prepare and maintain pre-con project schedules in Microsoft Project
- Review, solicit and process vendor proposals and maintain working relationships
- Be proactive in maintaining existing client relationships and creating new ones
- Process and develop Requests for Information (RFIs)
- Work with owners and/or design team to create the project scope work
- Create conceptual budgets based upon a general scope of work
- Prepare bid solicitation on a per-project basis
- Be proactive in anticipating potential project delays during the bidding process when procuring subcontractors and materials.
- Complete site reviews before and during the bidding process
- Budget development based upon the entire scope of work including plans, specs, and addenda
- Maintain company file system as required
- Interpret plans and specifications as they relate to the scope of work on each project
- Coordinate with the AHJ and any scope of work related to utilities and implement into the budget
- Participate in the project “kick-off” and post-flight meetings
- Periodic travel and overnight stay required
- Coordinate project meetings and generate meeting minutes as needed
- Manage preconstruction project budgets and participate in projections
- Create proposals or complete final bid form per the time constraints as required
- Complete the buyout of a project including subcontractors and material procurement
- Interface with Project Managers, Superintendents, and other project participants.
- Actively participate in the company's VPP efforts by reporting hazards, near misses, and improvement opportunities; participating in safety meetings and inspections; and helping maintain a culture of safety excellence and continuous improvement.
Supervisory Responsibilities Guide and provide assistance to other team members as needed Education and Experience - At least 3 years of related work experience including estimating and field experience, required
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- LEED (or equivalent) accreditation, beneficial
- Experience with Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, PDF, Outlook essential. Bluebeam and onscreen take-offs experience preferred.
- Estimating in Healthcare beneficial
- Gordian and RS Means experience beneficial
Physical Requirements - Must be able to perform duties at a fixed workstation (at least 80% of day), using computer and phones
- Must be able to lift at least 15 lbs. at times
- Must be able to navigate terrain when at construction job sites (as described above)
- Must be able to navigate the use of ladders when at construction job sites
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential responsibilities. Loven Contracting is proud to participate in OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) at the STAR level, OSHA’s highest recognition for workplace safety and health excellence. VPP recognizes organizations that demonstrate outstanding safety performance, strong employee involvement, proactive hazard prevention, and a culture of continuous improvement. As a STAR site, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of workplace safety and ensuring that every employee contributes to a safe and healthy work environment. ***Direct applicants only. This position does not accept agency submissions or recruiter referrals***
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