Commercial Construction Estimator

Z CONSTRUCTORS; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Estimator to drive project success through meticulous cost estimating and strategic vendor relationships. This role involves collaborating with project teams to ensure accurate expense assessments and compliance with bidding regulations. The Estimator will play a crucial role in the proposal process, enhancing the company's competitive edge in securing new projects. Join a dynamic team that values excellence and innovation in the construction sector, where your contributions will directly impact growth and profitability. If you are detail-oriented with strong communication skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of estimating experience in general contracting required.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Construction Management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Estimate project costs and develop itemized expense lists.
• Collaborate with designers and owners to explain cost findings.
• Support subcontractor and supplier estimating processes.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Detail-oriented

Exceptional organizational skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Financial and Job Cost Accounting Knowledge

Strong computer skills

Ability to read technical drawings

Knowledge of building systems and construction costs

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Construction Management

Minimum 4 years of preconstruction and/or estimating experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Procore

Blue Beam

Plan Swift

DropBox

Building Connected

Pipeline

Job description

Department: Pre-Construction and Estimating

Position Summary:

To grow the company by achieving sales and profitability objectives for new projects and clientele through comprehensive cost estimating and project award. The Estimator will accomplish this under general direction of the company's owner and senior operations staff.

Job Scope:

The Estimator is responsible for estimating the cost of projects, developing itemized expense lists based on personnel and materials needed, and collaborating with project designers and owners to explain cost findings. The Estimator also performs calculations and research to develop ways to reduce overall project costs. He/she is responsible for fostering relationships with vendors in order to establish lower pricing for products or services. Additionally, the Estimator participates in the request for proposal (RFP) process.

Essential Functions:

• Support all aspects of subcontractor and supplier estimating and bidding processes.
• Process RFP, RFQ, and internal pricing request and facilitate broadcast announcements of bidding opportunity.
• Competently draft, proof, audit, and deliver both private and public proposals.
• Work with PMs, Marketing, and other staff - coordinating contributions from all into Proposals.
• Qualify sub-tier bids for completeness and compliance.
• Ensure company compliance with bidding regulations and goals of each project.
• Develop, prepare, coordinate, and execute presentations and proposals to existing or new clients.
• Work on multiple company bids simultaneously and deliver in accordance with deadline objectives.
• Operate and maintain proficiency in all internal estimating systems, technologies, and software.
• Minimize exposure and risk by implementing quality assurance controls in estimating. Promptly report changes (discoveries) in scope and revenue to senior management.
• Identify and execute strategic opportunities within proposal to optimize Z Constructors’ position in securing the work.

Secondary Functions:

• Assist Project Executives/Managers with the procurement of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist project management staff with written “scopes of work” to be included in subcontract.
• Assist in presentation of relevant bidding and award information to project management staff necessary for start-up and seamless transition from estimating to field operations, through document transfer and formal discussion.
• Assist PMs and APMs with analyzing and evaluating cost impact quantification for changes to company’s contract scope.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Detail-oriented
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Financial and Job Cost Accounting Knowledge
• Strong computer skills, emphasis on Microsoft Excel, Procore, Blue Beam, Plan Swift, DropBox, Building Connected, Pipeline
• Ability to read, evaluate, and accurately interpret technical drawings and project proposals
• Working knowledge of building systems, site work, engineering principles and construction costs

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or related field
• Minimum 4 years of preconstruction and/or estimating experience in general contracting
• Experience in healthcare, commercial development and tenant finish-out projects

Physical Demands:

• Airline and automobile travel may be required
• Work in an office and field environment
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds
• Must be able to sustain posture in a seated position for prolonged periods of time
• Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines
• Dexterity of hands/fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and other business machines

When not in the company headquarters office, the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee may encounter while performing site visits. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing onsite duties of this Job, the employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee may be occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and risk of vibration.

This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing, Strategy/Planning, and Project Management
• Industries
• Construction