Project Estimator

Blueridgesearch; Florida; Vor Ort; USD 80.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading executive search firm is seeking a skilled estimator to join their pre-construction team. The candidate will prepare schematic, design development, and construction document estimates while managing subcontractor bids. With over 5 years of experience required, the ideal applicant will possess strong analytical and communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to enhance technical knowledge in various construction sectors.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of experience in estimating.
• Experience in various markets including healthcare and public schools.
• Ability to read engineering and architectural drawings.

Aufgaben

• Prepare sections of schematic and construction document estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor bids and scopes of work.
• Attend project site pre-bid meetings and tours.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of construction materials

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Building Construction

Tools

Microsoft Office

On-Screen Take Off

Jobbeschreibung

Job Summary

A member of the pre-construction team who is responsible for independently preparing sections of schematic, design development and construction document estimates including soliciting and evaluating subcontractor bids and scopes of work, preparing quantity surveys, reviewing project plans and specifications for all CSI (Construction Specification Institute) categories of work. May supervise the work of other estimators and intern students.

Job Functions

• Performs accurate, thorough and timely quantity takeoffs, using company format, detail and coding for some CSI division systems for all levels of project documents (schematic, design development, construction documents.)
• Solicits and analyzes subcontractor and vendor pricing when required.
• Attends project site pre-bid meetings, site tours, and post bid interviews as required.
• Develops unit cost accurately and performs technical/plan review when required.
• Considers and understands problems, and identifies appropriate solutions.
• Develops knowledge in buildings designs, systems and constructions materials through available resources.
• Accurately assess and plans takeoff workload.
• Acts as a plans coordinator by reviewing and working with Senior Estimating Coordinator to assure that project plans and specifications are current and complete.
• Participates in personal career development through on the job training, attends pre-construction/ operations classroom training programs, participates in software training, seminars and assists in the development and training of interns.
• Constantly strives to improve capabilities, performance and expands knowledge of construction technologies.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Building Construction is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in estimating.
• Experience in Municipal Work, Higher Education, Healthcare, Public Schools, Assisted Living, Multifamily and Country Clubs as well as a variety of other markets.
• Ability to read engineering and architectural drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to read and understand contracts.
• Outstanding and professional oral, written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, On-Screen Take Off is required.