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Construction EstimatorBandy Constructors • San Antonio, Texas Metropolitan Area, United States
Construction Estimator

Construction Estimator

Bandy Constructors • San Antonio, Texas Metropolitan Area, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Estimator

Position Purpose

This team member will prepare detailed trade scopes and cost estimates for projects that support the strategic plan of the company.

Organizational Relationships

Reports to : Sr. Estimator / Purchasing Agent

Directly supervises : Quantity Surveyors, Estimating Interns

Experience

  • 5+ years of estimating experience in commercial construction
  • History of securing successfull design-build, design-bid-build, and CMaR projects

Education

  • B.S. / B.A. in construction related discipline or equivilant combination of technical training and construction experience.
  • Skills and Proven Abilities

  • Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the profile of a Bandy Person
  • Have a solid understanding of how the construction industry operates in regard to sourcing, partnering, and trade subcontractor business operations.
  • Have a complete understanding of all construction systems, cost estimating and budgeting, and delivery methods
  • Working knowledge of material unit costs, systems square foot costs, and total building square foot costs
  • Advanced organizational skills and ability to multi-task to consistently meet deadlines
  • Ability to idenfity and anticipate project obstacles, challenges, etc. and determine effective solutions
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to prepare detailed estimates for projects up to $30 million
  • Proven ability to build relationships with Owners, Architects, and Subcontractors
  • Proficient with Estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to learn software programs quickly
  • Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Perform all duties with a manner and attitude that promotes a cooperative and respectful work environment
  • Professionally communicate with Owners, Architects / Engineers, and Subcontract and Vendor partners with positive results; for Owners that means being viewed as someone who is a true advocate of the Owner and can be relied upon; for Architects / Engineers that means being viewed as a collaborator who is a positive influence on the team; for our project partners that means being viewed as a fair resource and contact in their attempt to secure new business
  • Insure all estimating activities comply with established company policies and procedures
  • Obtain all required bid documents and attend all pre-bid meetings
  • Prepare detailed trade scopes for all required project elements
  • Prepare detailed or conceptual estimates depending on project status and needs
  • Prepared detailed estimates for all self-perform items including demolition, concrete, carpentry, openings, and specialty items installations
  • Assure all estimates are accurate and reflect all project requirements
  • Develop and document detailed notes, quantity surveys, and estimating thinking for Purchasing and Construction Operations
  • Participate in bid day activities
  • Participate in meetings with Project Management & Construction Operations
  • Assist in the maintenance of the Master Vendor list
  • Develop and maintain Subcontractor and Vendor relations
  • Keep current with changes and trends in methods of construction and materials, construction costs, wage rates, fringes, and working rules
  • Work Environment

    This job operates in a clerical office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

    Physical Demands

    This is largely a sedentary role; however, some bending, stooping, and occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds is required.

    Additional Requirements

    Due to the nature of this role, local travel will be required up to 25%. Driver’s License, personal vehicle and auto insurance must remain current at levels deemed appropriate by Bandy Constructors and employees must remain in good standing for insurability purposes.

    Successful completion of a fingerprint background check and drug screen

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