Construction estimator Jobs in Jacksonville, FL

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $78,000 to $108,00 total compensation

Hurd Construction Management is seeking a full-time General Construction Estimator

Who is Hurd Construction Management?

Hurd Construction Management is a Jacksonville, Florida based construction advisor and general contracting firm specializing in commercial buildouts and renovations, new construction and development where delivering a strong and consistent brand experience is crucial. Projects primarily include retail, restaurant, office and other commercial spaces throughout the entire state of Florida. Hurd also focuses on providing systematic construction program management streamlining and strengthening large scale, multi-site initiatives.

What does the role pay?

This is a full-time northeast Florida based role with a pay range of $78,000 to $108,000 total compensation package including annual bonus at plan. Base salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Role Summary

Reporting to the Hurd Vice President (VP), the General Construction Estimator is responsible for spearheading the development of accurate, timely and detailed job cost estimates. Responsible for forecasting project cost, gathering details and compiling data to estimate all production cost according to proposal requirements. Considers raw materials, labor, equipment, tools, and transportation for estimation. Helps determine necessary resources for projects based on cost estimates and budgetary constraints. The Estimator will collaborate broadly across the Hurd division, externally with an array of vendors, subcontractors, and business partners.

Primary Responsibilities

• Accurately analyze and assess contract documents, technical construction, and architectural documents to prepare estimates.
• Identifying qualified subcontractors and suppliers for bidding opportunities.
• Invite and obtain bids from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Identify and quantify bid and project cost factors such as production time, materials and labor expenses.
• Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase competitiveness.
• Perform research for means and methods, materials, costs and construction techniques and services to increase competitiveness.
• Develop accurate, timely and detailed job cost estimates using CSI 2012 format standards.
• Evaluate each estimate with the VP and team to determine estimate accuracy, operational efficiency, and job profitability.
• Attend Pre-bid meetings, job site visits, bid openings and collaborate with external partners.
• Recommend ways to improve estimate process.
• Value engineering.
• Analyze and evaluate bidding risks and strategies.
• Aid in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc. as required.
• Travel to jobsites to gather information on materials needed, labor required, and other factors.

Skills and Qualifications

Experience and Other Requirements

BHRS Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug test, motor vehicle, and background check required prior to placement.