Estimator - Located south of Boston

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Company Overview :

Our client is a privately-owned, full service commercial construction company headquartered south of Boston and cover a large regional footprint in the Northeast.

Position Summary :

The Estimator is responsible for evaluating bid specifications and drawings, ensuring that we know everything required to successfully bid and win the project. Estimators must aggressively follow-up with subcontractors to ensure that bids are received. Estimators also work with the Project Management teams to follow-up on bids and budgets to finalize the proposal.

Bid Administration :

• Prepares subcontractor bid packages and solicits and maintains communication with subcontractors and vendors.
• Transmits addenda and other bid information to subcontractors. Ensures that the proper coverage from subcontractors.
• Submits 100% of bids and budgets by the bid deadline. Enters all relevant information into Sage 100 Estimating.

Project Knowledge :

Review bid requirements thoroughly and asks follow-up questions to ensure a thorough understanding of the scope for specific trades assigned.

Develops RFI's and clarifications and ensure adequate subcontractor coverage. Performs a comprehensive analysis and scoping of specific assigned trades.

Creates bid lists that fit scope of job, ensuring that we have the right subs for the project. Include value-engineering ideas on proposal

Perform in house takeoffs where required to qualify and

Follow up and Closing :

Consistently follows up on submitted bids and budgets with Project Team to help close business

Project Turnover :

Properly turns over bid documents and sub buyout information to Project Management in a timely manner.

Review drawings with Project Management team & COO and highlight areas of concern.

Subcontractor management :

Thoroughly checks requirements to ensure proper scope

Helps ensure that subs are aware of (and commit to) the project schedule

Seeks & qualifies new subcontractors & communicates with subcontractors with status Provide subs with as much information as possible (PM, Super, permit status, etc.)

Requirements

Qualifications :

7+ years of experience in construction estimating (preferably in commercial construction.)

The ideal candidate will have proven experience working in a fast-paced, energetic environment while producing detailed, accurate estimates on multiple and varied projects.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Must know Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and Project).

Sage 100 and Planswift knowledge preferred

Must be self-motivated & punctual and be able to work in a team environment.

Must be able to manage multiple tasks and have excellent follow up skills both internally and externally.

Job Type : Full-time

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance