Estimator – Preconstruction, Value Engineering & Bids

Layton Construction; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer?"

Life & AD&D Insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Layton Construction is seeking an Estimator to prepare estimates for diverse projects and collaborate with project teams to ensure cost accuracy. The role supports other estimators and managers across estimating tasks.

You will read contract documents, offer value engineering, perform quantity take-offs, and prepare bid proposals for submittal while coordinating with architects and owners during the preconstruction phase.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction related field or equivalent education and experience.
• At least 2 year experience in estimating commercial and/or industrial 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

• Champions “The Layton Way” by delivering predictable outcomes for internal teams, external teams, and customers.
• Ensures that “Constructing with Integrity” is delivered by working with honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work.
• Prepares estimates and supplementary information for potential projects.
• Reads, understands, and offers improvements to the contract documents (plans, specifications & addenda). Offers Value-Engineering and Life-Cycle cost options for review.
• Performs quantity take-offs, organizes, prices, and analyzes information.
• Understands the difference between the narrow focus of just cost estimating services and the broader scope of preconstruction services.
• Works well with Architects and Owners and provides leadership in the preconstruction process and demonstrates best practices throughout preconstruction.
• Solicits bids and quotes from subcontractors and suppliers. Creates listings of appropriate contacts for specific projects.
• Communicates with subs and suppliers to clarify pricing information. Determines the suitability and competitive stance of subs and suppliers.
• Prepares and analyzes estimate formats in such areas as general conditions, general bidding, quantity takeoffs and bid analysis.
• Is responsible for the preparation of bid proposal for submittal.
• Attends Owner meetings during estimate development.
• Prepares detailed schedules for proposed projects.
• Initiates various special projects related to estimating.
• Assists and guides staff towards completion of special projects.
• Initiates schematic plans or sketches to illustrate approach and strategy.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Effective communication

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction related field

Tools

Timberline

Excel

Microsoft Word

AutoCAD

Primavera

Job description

Layton Construction is seeking an Estimator to prepare estimates for diverse projects and collaborate with project teams to ensure cost accuracy. The role supports other estimators and managers across estimating tasks.

You will read contract documents, offer value engineering, perform quantity take-offs, and prepare bid proposals for submittal while coordinating with architects and owners during the preconstruction phase.