What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Estimator position at Actalent?
Description:
- One of the top general contracting and construction management companies in the region is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator. The Construction Estimator will sit out of their office in Atlantic City, NJ. In this role, you would be working on commercial building construction projects from the design and bidding phases through purchasing. A few of their current projects include casinos and hotels.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare budgetary, conceptual, and competitive bid estimates for commercial construction projects while maintaining a proper balance between the profitability of the company and the achievement of total customer satisfaction.
- Provide estimating services that consist of labor and material quantity take-offs as required.
- Perform Carpentry and Drywall takeoffs for self-performed trade work.
- Perform pre-construction services.
- Develop and/or understands the full parameters of the project scope.
- Perform bidding and estimating project lead tasks and present estimates to clients.
- Attend pre-bid and de-scope meetings with clients.
- Develop a basis of scope for bidding and estimating purposes.
- Qualify all estimates and bids relative to scope.
- Review Change Orders and negotiate with Owners, Architects and Subcontractors.
- Develop project logistics and assist with planning and scheduling the work. Manage workloads according to department deadlines, commitments, and priorities.
- Foster positive relationships with internal and exterior customers, subcontractors, and design professionals.
Qualifications:
- At least 5-10 years of experience as an Estimator.
- Purchasing experience (must be able to bargain and negotiate).
- Pre construction experience.
- Degree in Architecture, construction management, engineering, or related field.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $55 - $65