Construction Estimator

Suntec Concrete; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Suntec Concrete in Phoenix, Arizona, is looking for a skilled Estimator to perform concrete takeoffs, prepare proposals, and coordinate with design teams. The role requires extensive knowledge of construction materials and practices.

The ideal candidate will have experience leading preconstruction meetings and maintaining relationships with subcontractors and project managers. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the proposal development and project planning process.

Qualifications

• Experience in performing concrete takeoffs and reviewing design drawings.
• Ability to lead and prepare accurate proposals.
• Knowledge of construction documents for value engineering.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity concrete takeoffs.
• Lead and prepare accurate proposals and submit pricing.
• Coordinate with the design team on drawing revisions.

Skills

Knowledge of estimating and quantity takeoff software

Demonstrated knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions

Experience leading Preconstruction meetings

Job description

• Knowledge of estimating and quantity takeoff software
• Perform quantity concrete takeoffs
• Review design drawings, specifications, attend pre-bid meetings, and conduct site visits to determine scope
• Lead and prepare accurate proposals
• Obtain pricing from vendors and subcontractors and maintain accurate database
• Assemble bid packages and submit pricing
• Create visual presentations
• Coordinate with design team on drawing revisions
• Review construction documents for value engineering
• Work with field operations team throughout construction
• Produce accurate quantity takeoffs and estimates for potential change orders
• Demonstrated knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, and trade practices
• Develop scope of work for subcontractors
• Oversee subcontractor selection process
• Assist project managers in negotiation of contracts, buyouts, change orders, etc
• Maintain and develop historical data for unit pricing
• Prepare and price the value engineering items
• Experience leading Preconstruction meetings
• Develop and maintain relationships with owners, general contractors, and subcontractors