Estimator
Description

About the Role:

The Estimator is responsible for leading the estimating effort for an assigned project in conjunction with the Preconstruction Manager. This includes preparing estimates, quantity take-offs, bid leveling, supporting documentation, pricing negotiations, pricing analysis, schedules, and management of subcontractor/vendor relations. 


What you will be doing:

  • Provide estimating services for projects ranging from $10M-$100M. 
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with various stakeholders including owners, developers, designers, subcontractors, and vendors.
  • Actively participate in the preparation of RFP/RFQ responses and interviews.
  • Evaluate pricing proposals from subcontractors and vendors.
  • Develop bid packages and subcontractor scopes of work.
  • Perform value engineering and life cycle costing. 
  • Provide accurate estimates and value engineering to clients.
  • Support buyout and procurement strategy, identifying scopes/trades necessary for schedule adherence and to maintain budget. 
  • Identify constructability issues during design progression stages.
  • Collaborate with operations staff to prepare estimates for all stages of design, from conceptual through final construction documents.
Requirements

Qualifications – Desired Education & Experience:

  • Knowledge of commercial, healthcare, multi-family, design/build, and design/assist construction projects.
  • 5+ years prior experience as estimator lead on projects. Project management experience is a plus. 
  • Understanding of contractual risks associated with Owner and Subcontractor Agreements.
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
  • Analytical skills, mathematical aptitude, and solutions-oriented.
  • Demonstrate ability for accuracy and thoroughness.
  • Effective organizational and time management skills.
  • Team-oriented mentality.
  • Proficiency with Sage Timberline Estimating, ConstructConnect, BuildingConnected, Bluebeam, and MS Suite. Prior experience with project management software such as CMiC, Procore, Autodesk, and Phoenix scheduling.
  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a combination of related field/work experience.


What we offer: 

  • Our acclaimed Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • A generous Open Paid Leave Program and paid parental leave. 
  • Flexible benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance. 
  • 401(k) match 
  • Competitive compensation, cash bonuses, spot-bonuses 
  • Mileage reimbursement 
  • We are committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live, work, and play through our Volunteer Time Off program.


Salary: Minimum of $90,000 annually. Salary is commensurate with technical skills and experience.