Senior Construction Estimator — Preconstruction & Bids

Marand Builders, Inc.; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Marand Builders, Inc. in Florida is seeking an Estimator with General Contractor experience to drive accurate cost estimates for commercial projects from inception through preconstruction.

You will rely on construction plans and your industry experience to analyze budgets and help achieve company goals. This role requires a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and at least ten years of experience estimating projects up to $15M, with ability to manage multiple bids and travel to job sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in construction management or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in commercial construction estimating.
• Experience estimating projects up to $15M, with travel to job sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and complete forecasts of project costs by reviewing drawings and specifications, gather details, compile data, and attend site visits before the estimate is due for submission including CSI division breakdown of costs and written assumptions/clarifications document.
• Considers raw materials, labor, equipment, tools, labor, and transportation for estimations.
• Helps determine necessary resources for projects based on cost estimates and budgetary constraints.
• Analyze how long it will take for completion of the project.
• Develop and publish complete bid packages for all trade partners/vendors including scopes of work, alternates, allowances, breakouts, etc.
• Qualify all trade partner/vendor bids and level costs as deemed necessary for complete scope of work.
• Confidently review costs both internally and externally for client satisfaction and ultimate goal of successful award of the project.
• Lead estimating efforts for traditional Design-bid-build projects including hard bids and GC and Fees, etc.
• Assist with mentoring and leadership development of interns, coordinators and assistant estimators.
• Participate in professional organizations focused on contractors and subcontractors such as Associated Builders and Contractors.

Skills

Estimating

Blueprint reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Building Construction Management or related field

Tools

Estimating software

MS Office

Blueprint reading

Job description

Marand Builders, Inc. in Florida is seeking an Estimator with General Contractor experience to drive accurate cost estimates for commercial projects from inception through preconstruction.

You will rely on construction plans and your industry experience to analyze budgets and help achieve company goals. This role requires a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and at least ten years of experience estimating projects up to $15M, with ability to manage multiple bids and travel to job sites as needed.