Project Estimator: Bids, Budgets & Value Engineering

JRM Construction Management; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

JRM Construction Management, a top General Contracting and Construction Management firm, seeks a Project Estimator in New Jersey. You will estimate total project costs and manage the full bid process for CM and GC bids, delivering accurate, competitive proposals under deadlines.

Ideal candidates have a four-year degree or 3+ years’ estimating experience, strong plan-reading and cost-analysis skills, and the ability to work autonomously.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree and/or at least three years of estimating experience.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency in reading commercial construction plans and specifications.
• Ability to work autonomously on estimates from the beginning to end of the bid process.
• Ability to convey complex estimating data to audiences of varying levels and knowledge of construction.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and manage the entire bid process (CM and GC) inclusive of preparation of detailed bid packages and assure accurate and proper submissions/proposals by all subcontractors.
• Prepare estimates with the proper level of detail for all design stages: Conceptual, Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Documents.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and estimate costs of materials, labor, and use of equipment required to fulfill all provisions of the contract.
• Solicit proposals based on drawings, bid packages and subcontractor walk through for each trade.
• Prepare subcontractor bid forms, scopes of work, etc. for all trades involved in each project.
• Provide an itemized hard and soft cost breakdown for client approval at the end of Schematic Design;
• Review design documents for proper information to receive accurate pricing from subcontractors and suppliers, generate acceptable value engineering ideas, and prepare life cycle costing.
• Ensure that estimates comply with the requirements of the overall construction contract and are consistent with corporate guidelines.
• Assist in the creation of logistics plans and accurately translate them to direct project costs.
• Compile detailed award packages to pass on to the purchasing team after estimate approval.
• Consult with architects, subcontractors, and material suppliers to discuss and formulate estimates, effect cost reductions, and resolve issues.
• Actively research, solicit, and develop sources/vendors for compiling and maintaining accuracy of cost information.
• Maintain current on trends in and changes to existing construction codes to ensure complete bids from subcontractors and material suppliers.
• Attend client and/or team meetings to discuss estimates, answer any questions and resolve any issues regarding pricing and estimates.
• Ensure a complete review of plans and drawings, identify items that have been omitted and ensure appropriate accounting for such items in an overall estimate package that represents the full scope of the project.
• Maintain client relationships throughout the project life cycle, ensuring client satisfaction with the project.
• Analyze completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine the reason for any discrepancies.

Skills

Time management

Plan reading

Autonomy

Communication

Education

Four-year degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore

Timberline

Job description

JRM Construction Management, a top General Contracting and Construction Management firm, seeks a Project Estimator in New Jersey. You will estimate total project costs and manage the full bid process for CM and GC bids, delivering accurate, competitive proposals under deadlines.

Ideal candidates have a four-year degree or 3+ years’ estimating experience, strong plan-reading and cost-analysis skills, and the ability to work autonomously.