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Mediabistro is Hiring a Construction estimator Near Princeton, NJ

Job DescriptionJob Description

Position Description : Building Construction Estimator

This position is a fulltime, in-office position, for our location in Pennington, NJ. This person reports to the Vice President of Estimating.

A member of the Estimating and Pre-Construction Team that represents the company to clients, customers, contractors and vendors in analyzing construction costs and mastering constructability of buildings.

Responsible for our company’s commitments and promoting the interests of V. J. Scozzari & Sons, Inc. in all matters and at all times.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to :

  • Analyze bid documents, contractor and vendor proposals to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates for construction projects.
  • Prepare Subcontractor / Vendor bid lists fitting the scope of work associated with the projects
  • Perform conceptual estimating and prepare budget and early stage estimates.
  • Research and evaluate subcontractors based on price, quality, selection, service, support, etc.
  • Solicit subcontractor / material supplier bid proposals.
  • Perform quantity and labor take-off from bid documents / on-screen construction documents / 3D models.
  • Interact with subcontractors in order to compare work scope and project costs.
  • Interact with designers and engineers to develop constructability techniques and understand construction costs.
  • Provide assistance with updating company databases for Vendors / Subcontractors / Unit Prices.

Position Skills & Requisites Requirements

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in public & private construction including educational, healthcare, commercial, & institutional.
  • Excellent estimating skills
  • Excellent technical and IT skills including but not limited to the following :
  • Sage / Timberline Estimating, etakeoff, OST, Procore P6
  • MS Office 365
  • Experience and expertise as a Building Construction Estimator
  • Coordination within the Estimating Department in the assembly of Bid Packages and Scopes of Work
  • Perform various other duties and take on other responsibilities, as required

Other Considerations

  • Experience with or exposure to VDC / BIM, through the use of Autodesk Design Suite with a willingness to gain further knowledge and training.
  • Knowledge and experience in sustainability in construction
  • Most Projects are located in New Jersey and Eastern PA, however some travel may be required
  • Bachelor’s Degree, preferred in Construction, Engineering or similar

Benefits and Compensation

V. J. Scozzari & Sons, Inc. offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Background Check and testing for Illegal Substances, prior to commencing with the company and at intervals during employment.

In addition to the comprehensive benefits plan, the company offers a professional and cooperative work environment where it is recognized that corporate success is a direct result of individual accomplishments supporting team successes.

The company supports the development and growth of the team.

Company DescriptionV.J. Scozzari & Sons, Inc. www.vjscozzariandsons.com is forging a future where our employees, clients, design professionals and subcontractors are building better together a future focused on serving the needs of our clients through creative and flexible solutions.

Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) / Building Information Modeling (BIM) increases the value of data and supports managing the entire life cycle of the building, and driving the revolution behind it, is what we’re all about.

Unlike many firms in the industry, we are not hiring for a job, we are seeking someone to join our company, our family, our Team that is energetic, resourceful, and that can make a difference.

Our commitment is to our employees, our clients, our projects, and the environment as we continually strive to improve.

PLEASE SUBMIT COMPLETE RESUME & SALARY REQUIREMENTSCompany DescriptionV.J. Scozzari & Sons, Inc. www.vjscozzariandsons.com is forging a future where our employees, clients, design professionals and subcontractors are building better together a future focused on serving the needs of our clients through creative and flexible solutions.

Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) / Building Information Modeling (BIM) increases the value of data and supports managing the entire life cycle of the building, and driving the revolution behind it, is what we’re all about.

r rUnlike many firms in the industry, we are not hiring for a job, we are seeking someone to join our company, our family, our Team that is energetic, resourceful, and that can make a difference.

r rOur commitment is to our employees, our clients, our projects, and the environment as we continually strive to improve.

r rPLEASE SUBMIT COMPLETE RESUME & SALARY REQUIREMENTS

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Last updated : 2024-05-01

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

SALARY

$84k-107k (estimate)

POST DATE

05/03/2024

EXPIRATION DATE

05/06/2024

WEBSITE

mediabistro.com

HEADQUARTERS

New York, NY

SIZE

100 - 200

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