Estimator

Kids for the Future; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Forge in Norcross, GA seeks an experienced Estimator/Project Manager to analyze project specs, read drawings, perform takeoffs, and develop cost projections for commercial construction.

You will coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams, manage schedules and budgets from concept through completion, and ensure documentation and change orders are tracked.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience of Estimating and/or Project Management in Commercial Construction preferred.
• Professional experience or degree in Estimating, PM, or Construction Management preferred.
• Strong ability to read and interpret contract documents, specs, and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project specs, blueprints, and docs to determine materials, labor, and equipment requirements.
• Maintain accurate cost tracking, change orders, and scope changes throughout all project phases.
• Coordinate with Clients, Subcontractors, Vendors, and internal teams to meet bid dates and project milestones.

Skills

Estimating

Project Management

Reading blueprints

Cost analysis

Negotiation

Education

Estimating/PM/Construction Mgmt degree

Tools

On Screen Takeoff

Planswift

Edge

Job description

• Job Category Forge Mang
• Employee Type Full Time Exempt

Description

Duties:

• Analyze project specifications, blueprints, and other documentation to determine materials, labor, and equipment requirements.
• Read and interpret contract documents and specifications.
• Follow bidding procedures (plan review, specifications, takeoff, pricing, bid proposals, follow, contracts, submittals, bid breakdowns, ordering material, document control, and etc.)
• Assign values to the scope of work based on drawings and specifications with detailed quantitative data.
• Maintain knowledge of construction products, installation methods, scheduling procedures, and costs to perform.
• Maintain an accurate job profile including all change orders and changes in scope of work.
• Aid with accurate costs, billings, payment collection, and projections.
• Aid in material procurement and pricing.
• Attend site visits to ensure accurate cost tracking and projections.
• Maintain current risk evaluations and current costs in association to projects.
• Manage projects from conceptual design through completion.
• Identify and create construction schedules, budgets, and logistics plans.
• Coordinate with Clients, Subcontractors, Vendors, and our “In-House” Teams.
• Review and coordinate engineering drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards.
• Retain and organize documentation and communication of all changes that may impact cost or schedule throughout all phases of a project.
• Review Building Connected assignments on a daily basis to understand and appropriately schedule time to achieve bid dates of which are assigned to the estimator.
• Knowledge of materials and use of division 5, 7, 9 disciplines negotiation skills.
• Notify the project lead and lead estimator a minimum of 48 hours in advance via email in the event a bid due date as assigned to the estimator within Building Connected cannot be met. This is a crucial responsibility for this role, and failure to timely perform the same on even one occasion may result in termination.

Qualifications:

• Self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Mechanical aptitude with ability to complete basic mathematical calculation.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Solid understanding or willingness to learn of cold-formed metal framing and familiarity with general construction..
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn On Screen Takeoff, Edge, Planswift, or other related estimating software.
• 3-5 years experience of Estimating and/or Project Management in Commercial Construction preferred.
• Professional experience or degree from an accredited institution with a focus in Estimating, Project Management, or Construction Management preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to navigate a jobsite as needed, including the ability to wear any required personal protective equipment (hardhat, closed toed shoes) and understand any posted or verbal safety guidelines.
• Must be able to work full-time in an office environment, using a computer to perform the majority of work responsibilities.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, in the English language.

Requirements

At Forge, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to a safe and trustworthy work environment, all offers of employment at Forge are contingent upon clearing a pre-employment drug screening and background check. We conduct these checks to ensure the safety and security of our team members and customers. By applying, you agree to undergo these screenings if selected for a position.