Construction Estimator

W3Global; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

W3Global in Auburn, CA is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates and manage the bid process from review through proposal delivery. The role requires on-site work and willingness to travel for site visits.

Candidates must have a minimum of three years estimating experience and be able to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and subcontractor SOWs. Procore and Master Builder experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of estimating experience.
• Must be a current Estimator or have directly related estimating experience.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Willingness to travel for site visits.
• Ability to work on-site in Auburn, CA (not remote).

Responsibilities

• Manage entire bid process from initial scope review through client delivery.
• Review drawings and specifications to develop subcontractor SOWs for bidding.
• Coordinate with Project Manager in creation of project schedules.
• Develop final proposals and budgets for management approval.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor bids for conformance to project specs, price and quality.
• Perform site visits/work as necessary.
• Set up and maintain project information in Procore and Master Builder.
• Provide CADs to subcontractors during design or as deferred approval.
• Issue NTPs and subcontracts after purchase orders are received.

Skills

Reading drawings/specs

Travel willingness

On-site work

Education

Construction Management degree

Tools

Procore

Master Builder

CAD software

Job description

About the job:-

• We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team in our Auburn office. This role is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates and managing the bid process from review through proposal delivery.
• Candidates must have a minimum of three years of estimating experience, be willing to travel for site visits as needed, and work on-site in Auburn.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:-

• The essential duties and responsibilities for the position include the items listed below. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Estimating:-

• Manages entire bid process from initial scope review meeting through client delivery.
• Follows approved estimating practices consistent with company guidelines.
• Reviews drawings and specifications to develop subcontractor-specific scope of work (SOW) to support bidding process.
• Coordinates with Project Manager in creation of project schedules.
• Develops final proposals and budgets for approval by management.
• Solicits and evaluates subcontractor bids for conformance to project specifications, price, material quality, and related items.
• Performs site visits/job walks as necessary.
• Comply with and adhere to company policies including strict compliance with meal and rest period and timekeeping requirements.

Project Engineering:-

• As needed, based on load leveling, estimating demands and the requirements of the PE Department:
• Accurately sets up and maintains project information in Procore and Master Builder software systems.
• Initiates and provides appropriate computer aided designs (CADs) to fire sprinkler/alarm subcontractors during design or as deferred approval.
• Issues Notices to Proceed (NTP) and subcontracts once purchase orders are received.
• Provides subcontractors with all project-related documents, drawings, and schedules.
• Inputs resources on project schedule for Superintendent's daily log.
• Sets up and maintains submittal schedule ensuring that long lead times and critical path items are prioritized. Assists Project Superintendent with submittals as necessary, including following up on all pending submittals.
• Establishes and maintains files on subcontractors, bid package records, plans, specifications, and Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD) documents.
• Attends weekly Owner, Architect, Contractor (OAC) and design meetings via conference call and reviews weekly project meeting minutes.
• Reviews and understands Requests for Information, regularly interfacing with Project Superintendent to ensure all Request for Information/Change Event (RFI/CEs) issues are clearly understood.
• Generates Potential Change Orders (PCOs) for client submittal and coordinates with Project Manager to ensure Prime Contract Change Orders (PCCOs) are approved by client.
• Provides the Project Manager with status update of projects at weekly meetings.
• Provides leadership to the Project Engineering Assistant (PEA), delegating tasks and providing oversight as needed for assigned work including distribution of construction drawing/documentation to all field personnel.
• Comply with and adhere to company policies including strict compliance with meal and rest period and timekeeping requirements.

Qualifications:-

Required

• Minimum 3 years of estimating experience
• Must be a current Estimator or have directly related estimating experience
• Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings, and specifications
• Willingness to travel for site visits
• Ability to work on-site in the Auburn, CA office (this position is not remote)

Preferred

• Degree in Construction Management or related field
• Experience in healthcare facilities construction
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Procore or Master Builder a plus

Benefits:-

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance