Commercial Construction Estimator

Kelley Construction, Inc.; The Colony (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401K/403b Plan

Job summary

Kelley Construction, Inc. in The Colony, TX, seeks an estimator to develop and execute detailed proposals for complex commercial projects. You will produce accurate quantity surveys, solicit bids from subcontractors, and craft competitive bid strategies while interpreting drawings and specifications.

Strong communication and project-management skills are required, with proficiency in Timberline Estimating, Procore, On-Screen Takeoff, MS Project, Excel, and Word. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management/engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with bid development and quantity surveying.
• Ability to read project specifications and drawings.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, MS Project, Timberline Estimating, Procore, and On-Screen Takeoff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed proposals on complex construction projects.
• Prepare detailed quantity surveys and solicit subcontractor/vendor bids.
• Develop bid strategies and clarify quotes; identify scope gaps.
• Create budgets and schedules for crews and projects.
• Interpret project specs/drawings; perform risk analysis.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally; manage paperwork.
• Coordinate bid requirements with design elements to produce competitive bids.
• Mentor direct reports and peers; maintain relationships with owners, architects, and engineers.

Skills

Quantity surveys

Bid solicitations

Budget development

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management/engineering or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

Microsoft Project

Estimating Extended (Timberline)

Procore

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

The Colony , TX, United States of America

Kelley Construction is a multi-faceted commercial and industrial general contractor licensed to perform work in many states across the United States. We offer a wealth of technical expertise in all areas of commercial construction including: restaurants, medical facilities, warehousing, fast food chains, large design-build expansions and general office renovation. We also have broad experience in industrial construction, from liquid storage and containment and petroleum related construction to … [more]

Job Skills / Requirements

POSITION SUMMARY : This position will collaborate with other team members to develop and execute detailed proposals on complex construction projects.

JOB DUTIES:

• Responsible for detailed and accurate quantity surveys
• Responsible for subcontractor and vendor bid solicitations
• Develop and implement bid strategies
• Accurately clarify and interpret subcontractor and vendor quotes. Must be able to identify scope gaps. Should be able to determine the best combinations on scopes of work and accurately disseminate differences.
• Develop crew productions and devise project durations
• Communicate effectively both in writing and verbally, as well as complete paperwork in a legible, organized manner.
• Must understand complex construction means and methods.
• Read and understand project specifications and construction drawings and be able to perform basic risk analysis.
• Must respond positively and quickly to constantly changing workflows.
• Can perform duties for a large complex project from start to finish with little to no oversight.
• Recommends processes and efficiency improvements to implement better work practices as they pertain to estimating.
• Actively mentor direct reports and peers.
• Develop and maintain relationships with owners, architects, and engineers.
• Develop conceptual and schematic budgets with limited information by drawing on previous experiences and historical data.
• Must be able to coordinate bid requirements with various design elements to produce competitive and complete proposals
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management/ engineering or equivalent
• Must have strong computer skills and be well versed in Word, Excel, Microsoft Project, Estimating Extended (Timberline), Procore, and On-Screen Takeoff
• Experience with Design/Build Delivery is desired.
• Experience with commercial, medical, food service, new and renovation, and design/build and conceptual estimating is desired.
• Must possess sound organizational and time management skills.
• Some travel may be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The ability to focus and perform detailed estimating and paperwork tasks for long durations of time. Sitting and standing in an office environment.

Additional Information / Benefits

Kelley Construction, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the Company is committed to basing employment decisions on merit, qualifications and abilities. Kelley Construction, Inc., does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran's status, or any other characteristics protected by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignments, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• 401K/403b Plan