Estimator for Mission-Critical Construction Projects

BCCI Construction Company; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BCCI Construction Company in Nashville, TN is seeking an Estimator to prepare estimates for various projects, using hard-bid, design-build, and conceptual estimating. You will read contracts, perform quantity take-offs, price information, and help the team ensure cost accuracy.

You will solicit bids from subs and suppliers, prepare outlines, and assist with bid proposals and schedules while maintaining deadlines and clear communication with project staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• At least 1 year experience in estimating commercial construction projects, showing competence in hard-bid, design-build, and conceptual estimating.
• Excellent working knowledge of Timberline and Excel software.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word.
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to operate office equipment, such as computer, printer, phone, copier, fax, etc.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Appropriate knowledge of construction practices and methods.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Primavera systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares estimates for potential projects, using hard-bid, design-build and conceptual estimating.
• Reads and understands contract documents (plans, specifications & addenda).
• Performs quantity take-offs, organizes and prices information.
• Solicits bids and quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Communicates with subs and suppliers to clarify pricing information.
• Prepares estimate formats in such areas as general conditions, general bidding, quantity takeoffs and bid analysis.
• Assists with the preparation of bid proposal for submittal.
• Prepares outline schedules for proposed projects.
• Assists staff members with various special projects related to estimating.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Ability to work under pressure

Office equipment operation

Construction practices knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management related field

Tools

Timberline

Excel

Microsoft Word

AutoCAD

Primavera

Job description

BCCI Construction Company in Nashville, TN is seeking an Estimator to prepare estimates for various projects, using hard-bid, design-build, and conceptual estimating. You will read contracts, perform quantity take-offs, price information, and help the team ensure cost accuracy.

You will solicit bids from subs and suppliers, prepare outlines, and assist with bid proposals and schedules while maintaining deadlines and clear communication with project staff.