Lead Preconstruction Estimator – Commercial & Industrial

Scott Humphrey Corporation; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Scott Humphrey Corporation in Charleston, SC seeks a senior estimator to lead design-phase cost estimates for commercial and industrial projects, managing bid processes and coordinating budget development.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years of estimating/PreCon experience, read drawings and specs, and can perform quantity take-offs, develop RFQs/RFPs, and schedule estimates in Primavera P6.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years estimating and PreCon experience.
• Experience with Hard Bid Municipal Commercial Projects.
• Understanding of construction terminology.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; MS Outlook/Word/Excel proficiency; MC2 knowledge preferred.
• Valid Driver License and ability to commute to job sites.

Responsibilities

• Estimating and lead estimating group on design phase cost estimates.
• Read drawings, geo-tech reports and specifications.
• Identify utility conflicts and bypass areas.
• Perform quantity take-off of Pipe & Appurtenances/Concrete/Sitework; include counts and linear measurements.
• Formulate unit prices as needed.
• Solicit Subcontractor/Supplier participation via phone and/or E-mail.
• Write RFIs to Engineers.
• Proficient in scope analysis and estimate deficiencies.
• Project RFQ and RFP development.
• Establish project database for proposals.
• Create construction schedule for estimates in P6.
• Coordinate and establish the project budget (GMP).
• Projects ranging from 10 Million to 80 Million with hard deadlines; multi-task effectively.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with vendors/subcontractors.
• Participate in pre- and post-construction reviews.

Skills

Estimating

Preconstruction

Communication

Project management

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

MC2

Primavera P6

Job description

Scott Humphrey Corporation in Charleston, SC seeks a senior estimator to lead design-phase cost estimates for commercial and industrial projects, managing bid processes and coordinating budget development.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years of estimating/PreCon experience, read drawings and specs, and can perform quantity take-offs, develop RFQs/RFPs, and schedule estimates in Primavera P6.