Estimator Industrial Construction

Stevens Engineers & Constructors, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stevens Engineers & Constructors, Inc. in Ohio seeks an experienced Estimator to join our Cleveland Operations Team. You will develop estimates for industrial construction projects in steel, chemical, power, and gas & oil markets, from conceptual design to construction documents.

The successful candidate will work independently and with the project team, maintain cost data, and support preconstruction activities to ensure accurate pricing and competitive bids.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in construction science, engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in the construction industry with 3+ years in industrial estimating.
• Strong written/verbal communication and ability to interpret complex design documents.

Responsibilities

• Develops scope for bid packages after reviewing documents (specs, plans, RFIs) to understand design intent and constructability.
• Prepares detailed estimates for all design stages: Conceptual, Schematic Design, DD and CD.
• Maintains estimating cost data to ensure costs are current and accurate.
• Consults with clients, project team, subcontractors, and suppliers to discuss estimates and cost-saving opportunities.
• Performs quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for materials, labor, and equipment to meet contract provisions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

InEight

Primavera P6

Viewpoint

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Stevens Engineers & Constructors has an excellent opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated Estimator to join our Cleveland Operations Team, based out of the Middleburg, Hts., Ohio office. The ideal candidate will have estimating experience for industrial construction projects in the steel, chemical, power, and gas & oil markets for the purpose of bidding on projects or negotiating contracts to perform the construction work. TheEstimator position is responsible for creating accurate and complete estimates, based on both conceptual design ideas and complete design documents.

The ideal candidate will also have a client focus approach and will work well independently and as part of the project team.

Stevens offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with an excellent benefit package. This is a perfect career opportunity to join an experienced group of professionals that are committed to providing our customers quality results.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops scope for bid packages after reading, reviewing, and studying construction documents (specifications, plans, addendums, RFIs) for the purpose of understanding the design intent and constructability of the project.
• Prepares estimates with the proper level of detail for all design stages: Conceptual, Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Documents.
• Assists with maintaining the estimating cost data base to ensure costs are up to date.
• Consults with clients, project team members, subcontractors, and material suppliers to discuss and formulate estimates, effect cost reductions, and resolve issues.
• Studies specifications to assist the operations team in planning procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of construction.
• Researches construction documents and analyzes specifications to determine estimated costs.
• Works with the operations team throughout the preconstruction process in reviewing plans and specifications for constructability issues and determining general requirements on the project.
• Reviews design documents for proper information to receive accurate pricing from subcontractors and suppliers, generates acceptable value engineering ideas, and prepares life-cycle costing.
• Prepares quantity take-offs and estimates costs of materials, labor, and use of equipment required to fulfill all provisions of the contract.
• Understands how to create proper bid packages and works with the design team on the information required in each package to assure complete bids and giving the field team the right information needed to start construction or maintain the project schedule.
• Reviews subcontractor and supplier bids for conformity to contract requirements and determines acceptable bids.
• Presents and explains project budgets to clients, designers, and operations teams.
• Maintains files of working documents as backup for the estimate, including current information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.
• Supports other estimating unit personnel as needed, which would include but not limited to assistance with computer work and preparation of one or more discipline estimates.
• Researches, negotiates and prepares purchase orders and subcontracts for awarded projects, including obtaining the necessary insurance requirements.
• Prepares internal job setup documentation, including Award of Contract form, code of accounts, quantity sheet and copy estimate file.
• Participates in pre-job meeting with project management personnel.

Skill Factors

• Bachelor’s Degree with major coursework in Construction Science, Building Science or Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Five (5) years of professional experience in the construction industry, with three (3) years of experience in industrial construction estimating.
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Access, and construction / project management software packages (i.e., InEight, Primavera P6, and Viewpoint).
• Ability to think analytically; demonstrate effective time management skills; ability to prioritize responsibilities and multi-task in fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to understand and communicate basic construction concepts.
• Exhibit strong Interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with accuracy and precise attention to detail.
• Ability to build solid working relationships with team members, vendors, and customers.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic -