Concrete Estimator

Canyon Contracting; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in Richmond, Virginia, is seeking an Estimator to provide accurate budget estimates and manage project financials. The ideal candidate has at least 3-5 years of experience in commercial concrete projects, with strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant software tools. The role requires effective communication with contractors and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience performing cost estimation for concrete projects.
• Ability to read and understand project plans.
• Proficiency in managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate budget estimates and project budgets.
• Communicate with contractors to clarify scope and requirements.
• Negotiate quotes from subcontractors and vendors.

Skills

Concrete construction knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Minimum 3-5 years in commercial construction

Tools

Microsoft Office

Digital take off programs

Bluebeam

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

This position works independently to provide timely, thorough and accurate budget estimates, comprehensive project budgets, hard and negotiated bid proposals, pertinent and accurate advice on cost savings and value engineering to project teams. The Estimator will complete conceptual cost plans, provide accurate quantity surveys, evaluate pricing, compare and analyze bids, create project specific subcontractor lists, maintain relationships with the subcontracting community, clarify discrepancy areas with the project architect and work constructively within a team environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must assess and understand all bid submittal requirements, project general requirements, government and code requirements impacting the work of the project.
• Develop accurate quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for all phases of construction work with emphasis on the self-performed general conditions, concrete, masonry, and carpentry.
• Prepare estimates and issue proposals for concrete projects after reviewing design documents, drawings, specifications, and completing quantity take-offs.
• Communicate with general contractors/construction managers to clarify scope of work and schedule requirements.
• Solicit and negotiate quotes from various vendors and subcontractors to obtain the most competitive cost for materials, equipment and sub-contractor labor.
• Actively participate in the internal review of estimates.
• Review total estimate to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to final.
• Participate in hard bid estimating as well as assisting clients in developing schematic and GMP.
• Build relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and general.
• Organize and distribute all construction documents in a timely manner to subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers for.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, scope review meetings, review proposals and negotiate with.
• Transition awarded projects to project management and accounting by creating budgets, conducting “turn over” meetings to other team members, identifying special project requirements, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Responsible for estimated and won projects from inception until project is completed. Providing estimating support for the Project Management team throughout the project.
• Conduct comprehensive post bid subcontractor scope reviews and project buyout. Follows up on bids for updates on status.
• Undertake a variety of concrete estimating assignments as required to help the company grow and improve.
• Always maintain high standards of professionalism and commit to excellence in the marketplace by understanding and exceeding customer expectations through integrity, honesty and ethical.
• Consistently monitor the latest building codes, pricing structures, new materials, new constructability concepts and trends within the concrete industry.
• Build and develop trusting relationships with current customers and seek to identify opportunities to grow our customer base and build positive relationships.
• Performs other related duties as required or directed.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in commercial construction performing cost estimation of concrete construction projects. Experience with elevated structural concrete work is preferred.

• High degree of concrete construction knowledge and analytical.
• Ability to read and understand project plans and.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with computers and software, including Microsoft Office, digital take off programs, Bluebeam, and on-screen takeoff.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and tasks, with an emphasis on thoroughness, and attention to detail.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced professional and team-oriented environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

The factors described here are representative of those physical demands that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The environmental factors described are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

ADDITIONAL FACTORS

Core Competencies:

• Promote creative, innovative solutions to construction challenges and enjoy the pursuit and acquisition of profitable work.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and have a working knowledge of OSHA 1926.
• Must be detail oriented, technically sound, have good communication skills and bring a positive attitude to the work environment.