Estimator - Construction Bids & Cost Analysis

Pulice; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 77,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulice is seeking an Estimator to prepare project estimates by analyzing specifications and contract plans to ensure cost-effective quantities and methods align with pursuit, schedule, and price goals.

The role involves reviewing proposals, using historical data for unit and hour figures, and providing risk input to the lead estimator. It supports design reviews, hand-offs, and vendor selection to meet cost and schedule targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 1+ years of experience in construction estimating or cost control.
• Beginner knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software.
• Developing technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviews proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and contents of estimate.
• Reviews and incorporates historical data into unit and person-hour figures.
• Provides technical input regarding project risks to the lead estimator for final bid price approval.
• Prepares discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoffs of scope of work.
• Monitors client addenda and advises estimating team on changes during the estimate period.
• Assists with design review options and recommends the best solution based on cost and material availability.
• Partners with estimating team to conduct hand-off meetings between pursuit and project management.
• Researches vendors and subcontractors for designated scopes to achieve pursuit and cost goals.

Skills

Estimating

Cost control

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software

Job description

Pulice is seeking an Estimator to prepare project estimates by analyzing specifications and contract plans to ensure cost-effective quantities and methods align with pursuit, schedule, and price goals.

The role involves reviewing proposals, using historical data for unit and hour figures, and providing risk input to the lead estimator. It supports design reviews, hand-offs, and vendor selection to meet cost and schedule targets.