Senior Estimator — Commercial Construction (GC)

Marand Builders, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Marand Builders, Inc. seeks an experienced Estimator with general contractor background to drive cost projections for commercial projects from inception through completion.

You will rely on drawings and your industry experience to prepare budgets and support preconstruction goals. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in construction management or related field, 10+ years in commercial construction, and a proven ability to manage multiple projects and travel to job sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 10+ years of experience in the commercial construction industry.
• Experience estimating projects up to $15M in healthcare, financial, and light industrial sectors.
• Ability to manage more than 2 projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in MS Office and blueprint reading.
• Knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites.

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.

Skills

Project estimation software

MS Office

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related

Equivalent work experience

Job description

Marand Builders, Inc. seeks an experienced Estimator with general contractor background to drive cost projections for commercial projects from inception through completion.

You will rely on drawings and your industry experience to prepare budgets and support preconstruction goals. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in construction management or related field, 10+ years in commercial construction, and a proven ability to manage multiple projects and travel to job sites.