Junior Estimator: Bid Prep, Takeoffs & Costing

Denver, CO; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Prepare bids, conceptual cost models, and budgets; perform quantitative analyses of construction documents and project program requirements for projects assigned. Monitor field production to establish data base pricing.

Quantify bid take-offs and complete pricing for scopes of work and assigned bids, reviewing pricing prior to pre-bids. Review plans and specs to ensure accurate general conditions costs and constructability alignment in the estimate.

Qualifications

• History of experience and proven results including: BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience
• Proficient in detailed estimate organization and take-off including being well versed in conceptual estimating/schematic estimating.
• General understanding of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the construction field.
• Strong familiarity with project schedules and durations for various types of facilities.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office including Excel and familiarity with estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bids, conceptual cost models, and budgets; perform quantitative analyses of construction documents and project program requirements for projects assigned.
• Monitor field production to establish data base pricing. Quantify bid take-offs.
• Complete pricing and quantify take-offs for scopes of work and assigned bids. Review pricing and take-offs prior to pre-bids.
• Review plans and specs. Assemble accurate general conditions costs.
• Prepare documents for bid day including insurance/bonding, schedules, timeframes, etc.
• Review plans and specs. Understand and apply constructability of project to the estimate format and costing. Discuss and establish bid strategies, concerns, and advantages.
• Collaborate with Lead Estimator to set goals in assigned area for percentage of award, accuracy of takeoffs, completeness of scopes, coverage, etc.
• Attend pre-construction proposals.
• Provide team leadership for assigned project bid closings.
• Correspond with General Contractors during the bid process.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Multi-project management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Integrity / ethics

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Prepare bids, conceptual cost models, and budgets; perform quantitative analyses of construction documents and project program requirements for projects assigned. Monitor field production to establish data base pricing.

Quantify bid take-offs and complete pricing for scopes of work and assigned bids, reviewing pricing prior to pre-bids. Review plans and specs to ensure accurate general conditions costs and constructability alignment in the estimate.