Commercial Construction Estimator

Triple Crown Corporation

Harrisburg (Dauphin County)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Employer Paid Insurances

Health Insurance Plans

401K with Employer Match

Profit Sharing

11 PTO days within the first 6 months

3 days of Wellness Hours

9 Company Paid Holidays

Job summary

An established industry player in real estate development is seeking a skilled Commercial Estimator to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for planning and developing budgets for various commercial construction projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with specifications. You'll collaborate closely with project managers and key stakeholders, utilizing your expertise in modern construction methods and market trends. This opportunity offers a supportive work environment with a focus on employee well-being, including comprehensive insurance plans and generous PTO. If you're detail-oriented and passionate about construction, this role is an excellent fit for you.

Qualifications

5+ years of commercial estimating experience required.
Ability to read and interpret construction plans is essential.
Strong understanding of construction methods and building codes.

Responsibilities

Develop cost estimates for commercial construction projects.
Collaborate with stakeholders to plan project budgets.
Manage multiple estimating assignments to meet deadlines.

Skills

Commercial Estimating

Construction Management

Reading Construction Plans

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Detail Orientation

Education

College coursework in business, engineering, architecture, or construction management

Tools

Bluebeam

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Project

MS Outlook

Job description

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About our company...

Triple Crown Corporation is dedicated to providing excellent Real Estate Development, Property Management, and Construction services in the Greater Harrisburg area. With over 47 years of service, we strive to provide quality and commitment to our loyal customers.

About the position...

The Commercial Estimator will be primarily responsible for the planning and developing of material, labor, and subcontract budgets for commercial related construction projects which include flex warehouses, medical, fit outs, etc. The Estimator will provide strategic input to key project stakeholders, including Senior Management, Partners, Clients, Project Managers, etc. This individual should be well versed in modern construction methods/means and will be keenly in tune with current market trends.

Develop high-level cost estimates from concepts, plans, and specs and design-build for commercial construction.
Build and maintain a historical pricing database of key components and materials.
Utilize Bluebeam and other software tools to create and manage takeoffs.
Collaborate with Project Managers and key project stakeholders to strategically plan project budgets.
Construct detailed bills-of-material and purchasing documents using takeoff/bidding and CM software.
Manage multiple estimating assignments simultaneously to meet project planning milestones.
Prepare Invitations to Bid (ITB’s) with clear scopes of work and distribute them to potential bidders.
Review bids against ITB’s and Phase Specifications to ensure compliance.
Initiate price and/or term negotiation as necessary to meet project strategy and budget goals.
Build and maintain long-term relationships with key vendors.
Complete bid comparison reports and recommend contract awarding for materials and services.
Consolidate received quotes and bids into detailed, comprehensive construction budgets.
Coordinate with architects, engineers, designers, property management and key project stakeholders to develop and finalize construction plans.

What we are looking for from you...

Minimum of 5 years’ Commercial experience - Residential/Multi Family experience is a plus.
Estimating/Construction experience is required.
Ability to read and interpret construction plans is required.
A comprehensive understanding of MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project, and MS Outlook is required.
Experience with construction management, estimating, and takeoff software is required.
College coursework in business, engineering, architecture, or construction management is preferred.
Must be highly organized and detail oriented.
Must possess highly effective verbal and written communication skills.
Must possess a strong understanding of construction methods and building codes.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.

How you and your family can benefit from working with us...

Employer Paid Insurances - Short Term & Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
Health Insurances Plans Available - Medical, Dental, and Vision
Retirement Plan - 401K with Employer Match & Profit Sharing
11 PTO days within the first 6 months of employment
3 days of Wellness Hours - to use towards you and your family's health & wellbeing
9 Company Paid Holidays!
Stable, Growing, Successful company with over 47 years of success in the Greater Harrisburg area!

Selected applicant will be subject to a background check.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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