Construction Estimator

Gulf Building, LLC.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Building, LLC. is seeking an Estimator to develop accurate project cost estimates, coordinate with Subcontractors, Clients and Gulf’s Project Executives, Managers and Superintendents, and lead bidding efforts from take-offs to GMPs.

The candidate should have at least 3 years in construction estimating, be proficient with Excel, Bluebeam, On-Screen Take-off and Word, and hold a Bachelor’s degree in construction management (preferred). U.S. work authorization is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management (preferred).
• At least 3 years of experience in construction-related fields.
• Experience with estimating software and strong knowledge of Excel, Bluebeam, On-Screen Take-off, and Word.
• South Florida experience preferred; authorized to work in the USA.

Responsibilities

• Develops detailed estimates and performs quantity take-offs for lump sum bidding, conceptual budgets, design development budgets, and GMPs.
• Lead bidding process by soliciting subcontractors, suppliers, and outside professionals for comprehensive estimates.
• Review plans and bid documents; ensure timely distribution for subcontractor bids; communicate with stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam

On-Screen Take-off

Word

Job description

The Estimator is responsible for developing an accurate and reliable estimate of costs for each construction project. He/she works closely with the Subcontractors, Clients, and Gulf’s Project Executives, Managers and Superintendents. This position should lead to career growth directly within the Company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain strict organization and schedule adherence on simultaneous projects when they are elected to bid or budget.
• Sort and compile qualified bid proposals for each category of work. Develop required scope of work for each category of work and compare proposals against the required scope of work. Cover any “gaps” in scope with a credible estimate of costs.
• Develops detailed Estimates and performs Quantity Take-offs for Lump Sum Competitive Bidding, Conceptual & Design Development Budgets, and GMPs.
• Read and comprehend the soils and engineering reports as it pertains to the scope of work, and any cost implications.
• Read and comprehend Instructions to Bidders, the Contract and Bid Documents, including compliance with all requirements.
• Leads the bidding process on each “bid project”. Solicits qualified subcontractors, suppliers and outside professionals for a comprehensive, responsive, and complete Estimate.
• Attends Pre-Bid / Proposals Meetings as needed.
• Assures that plans, specifications and other bid documents are distributed in a timely manner for the purpose of obtaining Subcontractor Bids.
• Interact and effective communication with Subcontractors, Clients, and Gulf’s Employees.
• Produce a detailed Preliminary Project Schedule when required. Establish schedule goals and milestones for review during the bidding process and for use when the Project is awarded.
• Develop a constructability plan for each project which considers staging, site access, deliveries, site security, temporary utilities, storm water run-off control, dust control, etc.

Budgetary/Financial:

• Leads the budgeting and value-engineering process on each “budgeted project”. Solicits budget proposals and value-engineering lists from qualified subcontractors, suppliers and outside professionals.
• Verify permit cost, permit requirements, and special inspection requirements as they apply to each project.
• Participate in the set-up of the project budget and job cost estimate with the Project Manager.
• Review project job cost reports to evaluate pricing and current market trends. Maintain database of current costs.
• Participate in Post-Project Reviews to evaluate the project estimate versus final costs, and review lessons learned.

Technical Analysis/Contracts:

• Participate in the review of the Contractor / Owners Contract as it pertains to specific exclusions and qualifications.
• Work with the Project Manager to establish continuity for the project as it pertains to design professionals, review agencies and subcontractors.
• Review scope and Subcontractor Proposals as they apply to the project after it is awarded.
• Provide evaluation of Subcontractor Proposals to the Project Manager when requested.
• Write subcontractor agreements and scope as it pertains to each phase of the project when requested.
• Maintain and keep all pricing and bidding information confidential within Gulf.

Educational and Experience Requirements:

Represents the company with a positive attitude internally and externally.

• Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in construction management. (Preferred)
• Required years of Experience: At least 3 years of experience in Construction related fields.
• Must have utilized estimating software packages as well as strong knowledge of Excel, Bluebeam, On-Screen Take-off, and Word.
• Prefer South Florida Experience in Construction related fields.
• Must be authorized to work in the USA.

Workplace Civility Rules & Attributes:

• Participates fully as a team member, completing all requirements assigned in a timely manner.
• Treats all employees, clients, subcontractors and vendors with dignity and respect.
• Works cohesively with team members and all co-workers, displaying a positive attitude through behaviors and supportive problem solving and communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Acts in a professional manner at all times to maintain a positive work environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; be able to multi-task, manage and assign responsibilities to other Team Members.
• Performs work tasks by receiving direction and then working independently with an interest in quickly learning and applying new skills and abilities.
• Demonstrates consistent ability to be dependable, consistent, diligent, and thorough.
• Exercises creativity and resourcefulness in completing tasks accurately in a compressed timeframe.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor

Utilizes excellent written and oral communications and team skills.

• Sense of urgency with problem solving skills and the ability to confidently take action and resolve conflicts in an effective and fair manner.
• Maintains a professional client relationship in order to properly represent Gulf Building LLC as a quality General Contractor and provide for repeat business.