Estimator / Specifier

Harrell Design + Build; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid holidays

Paid vacation days

Paid sick days

Paid medical and dental insurance

Paid educational opportunities

Profit bonuses

Opportunity to grow and become a co‑op

Job summary

Harrell Remodeling is seeking a Design + Build Estimator / Specifier to join our Bay Area team. You will meet with Designers to develop preliminary and final estimates, coordinate the flow of design projects, and schedule on-site visits with production teams and trade specialists.

Responsibilities include preparing conceptual and final estimates, contract specs, and construction contracts. You will help establish project calendars and offer value-engineered options aligned with client

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in residential design/construction.
• Computer proficiency and skill in Word, Excel, Sage100, BuilderTrend (estimating software is a plus).
• Good interpersonal skills and concern for internal and external clients.
• Current product and cost expertise for doors, windows, skylights, cabinetry, lighting, plumbing fixtures, finishes, millwork, appliances, and flooring.
• Understand the basics of all areas of residential construction including demolition, concrete, framing, roofing, and finishes.

Responsibilities

• Meet with the Designer to understand the scope of work and produce estimates.
• Coordinate the flow of design projects through estimating/specifying phase.
• Schedule on-site visits with Designers, Production Team and Trade Specialists.
• Verify data accuracy and consult with trades on feasibility.
• Create material and labor takeoffs and prepare estimates and contracts.
• Work with team to create project calendars and cost plans.
• Offer value-engineered design alternatives while considering costs and buildability.

Skills

Residential design

Construction knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Cost estimation

Buildability understanding

Tools

Sage100

BuilderTrend

Word

Excel

Job description

Harrell Design + Build is the leading full service Residential Design + Build company in the Bay Area. We are known for our award-winning designs, excellent construction crews and craftsmanship, our Employee-Owned company and philosophies, a proven business process with more than 35 years in business.

Are you tired of running all aspects of your own remodeling business? Are you looking for a fast-paced, yet fun and collaborative work environment? Are you a detail-oriented person with a passion for construction and estimating? Do you love figuring out the details of how a

remodeling project will come together during construction? Do you appreciate the Design + Build approach to remodeling? Then we may have a place for you as a Design + Build Estimator / Specifier at Harrell Design + Build!

As aDesign + Build Estimator / Specifieryou will:

• Meet with the Designer to understand the scope of work in advance, and work to produce preliminary and final estimates for a project.
• Help coordinate the flow of design projects through the estimating/specifying phase
• Schedule on-site visits with Designers, Production Team and Trade Specialists, and transfer project information.
• Verify the accuracy of data such as existing measurements and site conditions, and consult with trade professionals regarding design feasibility.
• Create material and labor estimate takeoffs.
• Prepare conceptual estimates and letters, final contract specifications and construction contracts.
• Work with the team to create a calendar for the project, including start and end dates.
• Offer value-engineered design alternatives, paying special attention to client's requests, as guided by cost considerations, code constraints, and design 'buildability'.
• 'Redline' drawings as necessary when more information is required.
• Assist Designers in the selection of custom materials, finish materials, fixtures, and appliances if requested
• Arrange for the proper transfer of production packages to the Production Team
• Maintain a standard materials price list.
• Review job costs and update pricing information accordingly.

Your success factors:

• 4+ years of experience in residential design/construction.
• Computer proficiency and demonstrated skill in using software such as Word, Excel, Sage100, BuilderTrend (estimating software is a plus!)
• Good interpersonal skills and concern for internal and external clients.
• Current product and cost expertise for doors, windows, skylights, cabinetry (made to order and custom), lighting, plumbing fixtures, finishes (such as tile, stone, solid surfacing, and laminates), millwork, appliances, and flooring.
• Understand the basics of all areas of residential construction, including, but not limited to demolition, concrete, framing, structural requirements, roofing, exterior finishes (stucco, siding, etc.) electrical, plumbing, insulation, drywall, flooring, painting, windows, hardware, etc.

Reports to: Design Team Manager

Hours: Full-time position.

Pay Range: $72,000.00 - $92,000.00 Annually

Compensation:

• We pay a competitive salary
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation days
• Paid sick days
• Paid medical and dental insurance
• Paid educational opportunities
• Profit bonuses
• Opportunity to grow and become a co-owner of a 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) company

Company:

Harrell Remodeling is a leading full-service Residential Design + Build remodeling company on the San Francisco Peninsula. We are known for our award-winning designs, excellent construction crews and craftsmanship, our Employee-Owned company and philosophies, and a proven business process with 40 years in business, and one of the Bay Area News Group's Top Workplaces of 2019!