Construction Project Estimator

Riley Construction; Kenosha (WI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Riley Construction Co., Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking a qualified Project Estimator to join our growing team. The role offers a path to lead estimates for commercial projects and evolves with our cross-functional construction teams.

Based in Kenosha with the option to split time with Milwaukee, the position includes a mandatory 6-month training period in the Kenosha office and opportunities to advance within a firm that values Humility, Integrity, Flexibility and Initiative.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, or similar discipline.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience.
• Strong math skills.
• Experience with commercial construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships with subcontractors to drive participation and communication.
• Review proposal specifications, drawings, contract documents and determine scope of work.
• Incorporate historical data into unit and manhour figures.
• Perform computerized quantity take-off and pricing of all assigned items.
• Solicit proposals from subcontractors and material suppliers to complete project scope.
• Contribute to creating preliminary project schedules and budgets.
• Identify missing or risky scope and develop mitigation strategies with project stakeholders.
• Apply rates and costs to establish cost estimates for self-performed work.
• Review final estimate packages for accuracy and completeness.
• Participate in final bid preparation and bid day activities.

Skills

Strong math skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, or similar discipline

Job description

Do you want to be part of the Riley Construction Co., Inc. team? We are one of the fastest growing commercial construction companies in the southeastern WI/Northern IL area and great things are happening!

We currently have an opening for a qualified Project Estimator with the option to split time between Kenosha and Milwaukee. There will be a required 6-months training period in the Kenosha office.

The Project Estimator analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects by performing the following duties. Leads project estimation process, partnering with a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities:

• Develop strong relationships with subcontractors to drive increased participation, return after not winning prior bid, and drive a two-way dialog to improve timely communications.
• Review proposal specifications, drawings, contract documents, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of project estimate.
• Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and manhour figures.
• Perform computerized quantity take-off and pricing of all assigned items.
• Partners with Pre-Construction Coordinator to solicit proposals from subcontractors and material suppliers to complete project scope.
• Participates in creating preliminary project schedule and/or budget, as requested.
• Identify missing scope, uncertain scope, areas of risk (including subcontractor questions) and develop strategy to resolve issue/mitigate risk through architect, RFI, proposal clarification, input from project manager, project executive, superintendent, etc.
• Apply production rates, labor/material/equipment costs, proper mark-up to RCCI self-performed work to establish cost estimate.
• Review all final estimate packages to insure accuracy and completeness, prior to formal quotation.
• Participate in final bid preparation and bid day activities, sometimes in partnership with other estimators and pre-construction coordinators.
• Follow awarded contracts as required - may include estimating/pricing extra work items, change orders, credits; procuring material, etc.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, or similar discipline
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience
• Strong math skills
• Experience with commercial construction projects

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, pleasant working environment and team atmosphere. Come join an established firm whose core values include Humility, Integrity, Flexibility and Initiative...understanding that it all begins with our employees!

Riley Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer