Estimator

Consigli Construction 1; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 108,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Consigli Construction 1 is seeking an experienced Estimator for its Newark, NJ office to handle complex and large-scale estimates, including conceptual estimates, budgets, GMP and value engineering.

You'll report to the Chief Estimator, supervise the estimating team, and collaborate with clients, designers and subcontractors. A BS or MS in Engineering or Construction Management and 8+ years in construction are required, with proficiency in Excel and estimating software.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Engineering or Construction Management required.
• 8+ years of construction estimating experience.
• Proficiency in Excel and specialized estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Estimate complex and large-scale projects from concept to GMP.
• Analyze drawings, specs, and proposals for time and cost.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and unit price estimates.
• Ensure bid quality and budget accuracy.
• Support business development and client communications.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Education

BS or MS in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time

FSLA:Salary/Exempt

Division:Estimating

Department:Estimating

Reports to:Chief Estimator

Supervisory Duties: Yes

Salary Range: $108,000 - $121,000

Estimate complex and large-scale jobs, including conceptual estimates, negotiated bids, budgets, general conditions, systems studies and comparisons, value engineering, subcontractor relations and staying abreast of industry developments applicable to estimating.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Ensure that the estimating process runs smoothly and efficiently, and client expectations are exceeded throughout the duration of the project(s).
• Build relationships to understand client, designer and subcontractor needs and expectations.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimate for projects.
• Effectively facilitates collaboration amongst team members.
• Effectively communicate with all stakeholders.
• Participate in business development activities, presentations and interviews.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and apply unit pricing for material and labor to establish a value for the work.
• Understand the full scope of the project through document review and asking questions of the design team and owner.
• Prepare value engineering and risk analysis.
• Prepare qualifications and assumptions for the estimate.
• Prepare cost comparisons/reconcile with previous estimates.
• Manage Subcontractor solicitation & selection process.
• Prepare Exhibit B, and/or scope sheets.
• Ensure quality control of bids and estimates.
• Prepare an in-house budget and GMP.

Key Skills

• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Highly developed sense of professional ethics.
• Ability to work both on a team as well as independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively with tact and diplomacy.
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes and create efficiencies.
• High attention to detail.
• Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize.

Required Experience

• BS or MS in Engineering or Construction Management with a minimum of 3 years of experience in estimating field.
• 8+ years of experience in construction.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft office, especially Excel.
• Proficiency in specialized estimating software.
• Understanding of the influence of market conditions on pricing.