Senior Estimator - Self Perform Drywall

Turner Construction Company; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction Company seeks an experienced estimator to lead self-perform drywall and related trades estimating on large projects in Pittsburgh, PA. You will develop budgets, perform quantity take-offs, value engineering, and GMP preparation in collaboration with SPO and Preconstruction teams.

The role requires at least 6 years of estimating experience, a relevant degree, and strong communication and MS Office skills. BIM and estimating software proficiency is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of detailed estimating experience for drywall and related trades.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Experience in project engineering, field supervision, or purchasing.
• Ability to read and interpret contract documents, drawings, specs, schedules.
• Strong knowledge of estimating documents and qualitative/quantitative analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; proficient in MS Office and estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Perform estimating activities for SPO drywall scopes and collaboration with SPO Drywall/Preconstruction managers.
• Prepare detailed estimates with quantity take-offs, inputs, and studies.
• Develop conceptual and schematic estimates to establish project budgets.
• Identify scope, risks, and design issues; provide solutions with Preconstruction.
• Develop labor productivity rates and maintain vendor pricing relationships.
• Use BIM for quantity take-off and visualization to support estimate prep.
• Prepare trade bid forms, evaluate input, and coordinate with trades.
• Contribute to GMP/GC/GRs study and ensure pricing accuracy for owner delivery.

Skills

Estimating

Communication

MS Office

Takeoff software

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Architecture/Construction Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Takeoff software

Job description

Position Description

Conduct estimating activities for Self-Perform Operations (SPO) drywall scopes of work on large or complex drywall and general trades projects, including preparation of estimates, value engineering, budget controls, alternative and comparative studies, constructability reviews and Target Value Design to develop complete, accurate, and well-supported estimates, bids and Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP).

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex estimating activities working in collaboration with Self Perform Operations (SPO) Drywall and Preconstruction managers to throughout preconstruction phase launch process.
• Prepare detailed estimate including completing quantity take-offs, analysis, estimate input, and studies for items incorporated in assigned scope.
• Develop thorough understanding of drywall estimating strategy for each SPO project and implement throughout preconstruction phase.
• Develop conceptual estimate and schematic level drawings to establish budget for self-performed drywall scopes of work.
• Identify key areas of scope to be developed in subsequent drawing rounds to limit risk to SPO for drywall activities.
• Generate labor productivity rates in coordination with historical data and project specific constraints.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships in order to solicit competitive pricing.
• Develop thorough understanding of market conditions and impacts to drywall pricing, including material escalation and lead times.
• Identify design issues and project risks impacting SPO for drywall, generate solutions and collaborate with Preconstruction team to resolve.
• Analyze project schedules for sequencing risk and prepare labor loaded schedules based on estimated days.
• Defne markups and labor rates based on project approach, backlog and level of risk.
• Prepare comparison analysis to previous estimates and develop clear and concise messages to explain variances for each project stakeholder.
• Manage distribution of current design documents for Trades budgeting and bidding and account for sufficient Trades input.
• Conduct reviews of design documents for completion; assemble comments and requests for additional information needed to provide complete estimates.
• Visit project sites to evaluate existing conditions, identify and capture scope not included in design documents.
• Provide pricing for value engineering, alternates, options, and special studies.
• Utilize Building Information Models (BIM) for quantity take-off and visualization to support complete estimate preparation.
• For subcontracted work, prepare Trades bid proposal forms and bid recording sheets, evaluate trade partner input for scope inclusion, and identify scope gaps and overlaps, coordinate with other staff managing trades.
• Review estimate for complete and accurate pricing within estimate or Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), reflect recent pricing data and Trades bids or budgets.
• Contribute to estimate review meetings with internal stakeholders to validate estimate prior to client delivery.
• Lead coordination of operational input during estimating, bidding, and GMP process; confirm estimate incorporates detailed General Conditions/Requirement (GC/GRs) study, site logistics, and Building L.I.F.E. as prepared by project Operations team.
• Develop, lead, or support assembly of estimate, bid or GMP documents required by and submitted to owner, coordinate requirements with contract agreement.

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Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of related experience performing detailed estimates for specialty scopes of work (e.g., framing, drywall, acoustic ceilings, specialty ceilings, delegated design cold formed metal framing, and doors, frames, hardware)
• Bachelor's Degree from accredited degree program in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Building Construction, or related field of study a plus, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Experience in project engineering, field supervision, or purchasing
• Knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, Trade practices
• Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedule
• Extensive knowledge of estimating documents and ability to provide accurate qualitative and quantitative analysis of documents
• Conceptual ability to work with minimum information and quickly develop understanding of requirements
• Advanced project management skills to prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines
• Familiar with operating procedures and methods of other departments (e.g., Procurement, Operations)
• Supervisory or management experience
• Professional verbal and written communication skills, able to present information to non-technical audiences
• Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite of applications, and computer-based takeoff and estimating software
• Limited travel

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to be mobile, and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee performs work on-site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in an office setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Division: SPO

Project Location(s): Pittsburgh, PA 15203 USA

Travel Involved: 10-20%

Job Type: Regular

Job Classification: Experienced

Education:

Job Family: Construction

Compensation: Salaried Exempt