Construction Estimator

Job Description

What You Will Be Doing

• Leads the estimates on assigned projects with timely-roll-out and execution of entire estimate deliverable process.
• Conduct initial analysis of drawings and specifications to ensure required documentation is present to determine scope of work.
• Develop full-scope detailed estimates and quantity take-offs based on conceptual, schematic, bid-build, design-build, design development or construction documents.
• Provide direction to project team with regards to means and methods, schedule, budget, and strategy.
• Assemble pre-bid packages and attend project site pre-bid meetings, site tours, and post-bid interviews with architects, clients, subcontractors etc., as required.
• Utilize company's technologies to ensure most efficient estimating and pre-construction process while also aiming to maintain data throughout pre-construction project cycle.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, during the preconstruction phase and beyond through excellent customer service and creative problem solving.
• Solicit and analyze qualified subcontractors and vendors proposals, ensuring adequate coverage and scope understanding for the pricing in all trades.
• Manage and maintain subcontractor database and record cost history of proposals.
• Prepare and participate in bid proposals with care given to comparison to previous bid proposals / versions of pricing shared with client and thoughtful / clear presentation for client's receipt and review.
• Review documents for completeness, identify discrepancies in construction documents or potential scope gaps and seek clarifications from designers.
• Serve as a resource in project transition to the Project Operations team to ensure smooth transition and best success of project.

What You Will Need To Succeed