Construction Estimator

Blue Rock Construction, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Rock Construction, Inc. in Allentown, PA is seeking a detail-oriented construction estimator with at least 5 years of experience in industrial and commercial estimating. The estimator will manage the bidding process, prepare scopes of work, maintain a construction database, and build relationships with subcontractors. Strong communication skills and a detail-oriented approach are essential for success in this role. A comprehensive understanding of construction management processes is required.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in industrial and commercial estimating.
• Understanding of building codes and approval processes.
• Knowledge of design/construction technology.

Responsibilities

• Manage the bidding process from inception to completion.
• Prepare scopes of work to support estimating.
• Develop relationships with subcontractors.
• Maintain a computerized construction database.

Skills

Construction management processes

Estimating and bidding

Excellent communication skills

Detail orientation

Customer service approach

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

We are looking for a detail‑oriented construction estimator with experience in industrial and commercial estimating to assist in achieving the cost objectives with respect to contracting, scheduling, estimating and bidding. For design/build pursuits, lead design teams through the successful completion of construction documents, adhering to the project requirements while maintaining the budget. This position will solicit, receive, analyze and make recommendations in support of the construction department’s business objectives. This position will report to the Allentown, PA office.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Timely management of the bidding process inception thru completion for assigned projects – solicit, receive, spread, equalize and analyze bids for:
• Hard Bids – GMP and Lump Sum
• Major Change Order pricing
• Prepare and/or assist with the preparation of scopes of work to support the estimating process.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with our subcontracting community.
• Ability to fully comprehend front end documents – specs, general conditions, schedule constraints - and their impacts on the project bids.
• Buyout and/or assist our Project Management team with the buyout of assigned projects.
• Maintenance of a computerized construction database for both costs and vendors for use by estimating and Project Managers along with other team members.
• Maintain an up‑to‑date understanding of the latest construction materials, pricing, and trends.
• Continuously learn all aspects of the construction field including systems, procedures, means and methods, computer programs, management techniques, code changes, etc.
• Ability to ensure quality and timely work output, prioritizing tasks and meeting assigned deadlines. Identify and maintain an up‑to‑date understanding of the latest construction systems, materials, pricing and trends that positively impact estimating.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must be knowledgeable in construction management processes, including estimating, bidding, purchasing, subcontractor negotiations, and design/construction technology.
• Must have an understanding of the design and approval process, including knowledge of building codes.
• At least 5 years’ experience in industrial and commercial estimating heavy site/civil is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, detail orientation, and a customer service approach are essential.