Lead Estimator

Confident Search Consultants; Pottstown (Montgomery County); Ibrido; USD 90.000 - 140.000; Tempo pieno

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Confident Search Consultants is seeking a seasoned commercial construction estimator to lead project bids from preliminary takeoffs through contract execution. You will review drawings, prepare estimates, develop schedules, and coordinate with clients and subs.

Hybrid work arrangement with a requirement to reside within 50 miles of the office and periodic travel; 10–15 years in construction, with strong tenant fit-out experience, preferred.

Competenze

• 10–15 years of experience in commercial construction.
• 8–10 years of experience in commercial construction estimating.
• Experience with interior tenant fit-outs required.
• Retail tenant fit-out experience preferred.
• Some ground-up construction experience.

Mansioni

• Prepare comprehensive estimates for commercial construction projects.
• Review drawings and bid documents to identify project requirements.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive construction schedules.
• Develop and issue RFIs relating to drawings and bid documents.
• Negotiate final contracts with subcontractors regarding scope, pricing, and terms.
• Interact professionally with clients and subcontractors throughout the estimating and construction process.
• Communicate with team members and clients to keep projects moving forward.
• Travel as required.

Conoscenze

Procore

Schedules

MS Office

Negotiation

Organization

RFIs

Communication

Self-motivated

Deadline-driven

Travel

Strumenti

Procore

MS Project

Descrizione del lavoro

Join a team where your commercial construction estimating experience, organizational skills, and ability to manage projects from bid through contract execution will contribute to successful construction projects. This role is ideal for an experienced estimator with a strong background in commercial construction, particularly interior tenant fit-outs and, preferably, retail tenant fit-outs.

Duties:

Including but not limited to:

• Prepare comprehensive estimates for commercial construction projects.
• Review construction drawings and bid documents to quickly identify, comprehend, and address project requirements.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive construction schedules.
• Develop and issue RFIs relating to construction drawings and bid documents.
• Negotiate final contracts with subcontractors regarding scope, pricing, and terms.
• Interact professionally and effectively with clients and subcontractors throughout the estimating and construction process.
• Communicate and over-communicate with team members and clients to ensure alignment and keep projects moving forward.
• Utilize construction management software programs, such as Procore, to support estimating and project activities.
• Utilize Microsoft programs, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Project.
• Travel as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proficient in working with various construction management software programs, such as Procore.
• Skilled in developing comprehensive construction schedules.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Project.
• Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to negotiate subcontractor contracts related to scope, price, and terms.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Strong ability to quickly review, comprehend, and issue RFIs related to construction drawings and bid documents.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, subcontractors, and team members.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Deadline-driven and able to prioritize work effectively.
• Thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Willing and able to travel as required.

Education & Experience:

• 10-15 years of experience in commercial construction.
• 8-10 years of experience in commercial construction estimating.
• Experience with interior tenant fit-outs required.
• Retail tenant fit-out experience preferred.
• Some ground-up construction experience.

Work Environment:

• Hybrid work schedule.
• Position requires residence within a 50-mile radius of the office location.
• Some travel will be required.

Disclaimer:

Please note that we are unable to provide job sponsorships, including, but not limited to, visas, corp-to-corp arrangements (C2C), or any other form of sponsorship for employment. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.