Estimator

Miller Valentine Construction; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Zero out of pocket cost insurance

Medical

Vision

LAD&D

Short and Long term Disability

PTO

Cell Phone Reimbursement

Job summary

Miller Valentine Construction in Columbia, SC is seeking a Preconstruction Specialist to support the Project Execution team with due diligence, design, schedule, and estimate preparation for multiple preconstruction projects.

You will assist with the sales strategy for qualified leads, prepare conceptual designs and budgets, conduct site condition reviews, generate quantity take-offs, and help create bid documents. Strong communication and software proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent construction experience.
• Estimating experience, internships or coursework preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn Windows-based software quickly.

Responsibilities

• Provide resources to maintain an increased opportunity pipeline and advance preconstruction projects.
• Support opportunity responsibilities to improve throughput.
• Travel to meetings with customers and design teams.
• Gather insights from customers to inform design and estimates.
• Assist in formulating strategies for all cost estimates.
• Prepare cost estimates and technical portions of sales proposals.
• Perform preconstruction services including site inspections and risk assessment.
• Create conceptual designs aligned with project requirements.
• Generate quantity take-offs and bid documents (ITB, SOW, bid forms).
• Maintain project files in Procore and support effective communication.

Skills

Strong verbal and written

Estimating experience

Analytical/problem solving

Team collaboration

Proactive learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Equivalent experience accepted

Tools

Procore

Excel

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Viewpoint

Onedrive

Job description

The Why: Provide preconstruction services to the Project Execution team by assisting with the administration and daily technical support of the due diligence, design, schedule, and estimate preparation for one or more preconstruction projects in collaboration with the project execution team and with the guidance of their supervisor(s); leveraging the time of the Project Execution team. Assist the team in providing preconstruction services to the Business Development (Sales) team by assisting with the overall sales strategy for qualified leads/opportunities; including assisting with the preparation of conceptual designs, budgets, and schedules. Additionally, be an active team member of internal or external business groups/committees.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide resources to maintain an increased opportunity pipeline and assist in efficiently advancing preconstruction projects through it.
• Increase throughput by supporting select opportunity responsibilities.
• Travel to participate in meetings with customers and/or the design team to gather insights.
• Gain an understanding of the customer's vision from the Business Developer.
• Comprehend the project team's business strategy for enhanced collaboration.
• Assist in formulating strategies for all cost estimates.
• Aid in preparing cost estimates and technical portions of sales proposals.
• Preconstruction Services:
• Offer leverage for Project Execution resources during the preconstruction phase with specific responsibilities.
• Conduct on-site inspections to evaluate existing conditions, construction risks, and potential impacts on design or budget.
• Create conceptual designs aligned with project requirements.
• Assist in preparing both conceptual and detailed cost estimates.
• Generate quantity take-offs for accurate project assessment.
• Collaborate with the project team to provide value-added services to customers, including value engineering and alternative solutions.
• Prepare bid documents such as ITB, SOW, Bid Forms, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Review bid tabulations/analysis to facilitate informed decision-making.
• Maintain project files and drawings in Procore, ensuring organized documentation.
• Prepare meeting agendas and detailed notes for effective communication within the project team.

Customer Relations:

• Cultivate strong client relationships based on trust and transparency.
• Strive to meet or exceed customer expectations while upholding core values.
• Departmental Needs:
• Actively pursue process improvement strategies to enhance departmental efficiency.
• Develop and maintain essential tools required for department tasks, including master estimates, project databases, bid document templates, and more for streamlined operations.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience
• Other related degrees accepted if supported by construction-oriented coursework or relevant experience.
• Estimating experience, ideally gained through internships or relevant coursework.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to gain proficiency in Microsoft Word, Project, and Excel; Procore; Adobe Acrobat; Bluebeam or similar onscreen take-off software; Viewpoint or similar accounting software; basic knowledge of Web Conferencing tools; AutoCAD or similar CAD software; and file sharing software like Onedrive.
• Quick to grasp new systems, processes, or market sectors.
• Individual Contributor with Training and Advisory responsibilities.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate effectively with diverse audiences through various mediums, including written reports, business correspondence, and presentations.
• Proficiency in numerical calculations, including discounts, percentages, and basic algebraic concepts.
• Capacity to analyze problems, gather data, and make informed decisions based on factual evidence, while also interpreting technical instructions.

BENEFITS

• 401(k) with company match
• Zero out of pocket cost insurance plans
• Medical
• Vision
• LAD&D
• Short and Long term Disability
• PTO
• Cell Phone Reimbursement

EEO STATEMENT

Miller Valentine is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an experience free from discrimination of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We empower our people, trust their talents, and believe that each individual brings in new energy and influence. Everyone's ideas matter and can make a difference. You are encouraged to read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion on our website.

Miller Valentine is a drug free workplace. Drug / alcohol and criminal background screens are a condition of employment.