Estimator

Job Title

Estimator

Location

Washington, DC 20006 US (Primary)

Category

Estimating

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

None

Security Clearance Required

HSPD-12

Job Description

Founded in 1990, award winning AFG Group, Inc. provides a full range of program, project and construction management services to our clients - from project planning, definition, design, and construction, through commissioning, relocation, and move-in. 

 

Recognized as an ENR Top 100 CM Firm, AFG’s portfolio includes Healthcare & Laboratories, Federal & Public Agencies, Courts & Criminal Justice, and Education markets. Clients include the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), General Services Administration (GSA), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and various state/local agencies served through AFG’s nationwide offices and locations. We continue to do what AFG does best: helping owners and users solve facility-related problems.

 

Project Estimator

The following services are to be provided:

Leasing Support - Cost Estimation: Provide initial cost estimates to establish the project budget, to determine funding needed to fully execute the project.

Design Support - Cost Estimation: Provide cost estimates, and / or Fair and Reasonable (F&R) evaluations of A/E cost estimates.

Construction Support - Cost Estimation: Provide cost estimates, and / or Fair and Reasonable (F&R) evaluations of GC Bids and change orders.

Cost Estimator Services: As requested by the Project Manager

• Provide initial cost estimates to establish the project budget, to determine funding needed to fully execute the project.
• Provide cost estimates based on 50% Design Intent Documents.
• Review and compare the government cost estimate and the Lessor
• provide cost estimate based on 100% DID’s.
• Work with Project Manager to determine need to increase project budget based on estimated value at 100% DID’s.
• Provide evaluation of the General Contractor’s Construction bids.
• Provide verification the Broker PM has provided the Tenant Improvement Cost Summary (TICS Table) template to the lessor.
• Provide independent cost estimates and evaluations of the TICS Table. The TICS Table evaluations shall include analysis of construction trade elements and subcontractor bids as well as provide review and comment on shell, TI, and BSAC cost delineation.
• Negotiate fair and reasonable costs for TI work.
• Evaluate the bids for proper division of regular time and overtime construction costs.
• Provide change order review, cost estimates, and evaluations on all RFPs.
• Cost Estimator may be required to visit sites as needed to support the efficient flow of the project.
• Attend meetings with the Developer/General Contractor and Tenant to discuss details, negotiations, and value engineering if necessary.
• Perform cost research for government Requests for Proposals.
• Provide analyses of scopes and value engineering ideas for government’s consideration.

 

The Project Estimator will develop independent government estimates (IGEs), pre-negotiation objectives(PNOs), Feedback Memorandums, and Post Negotiation Memorandums (PNM).  The successful candidate will support multiple interior build-out projects up to 500,000 square feet, as well as ad hoc projects, which may include a myriad of disciplines including civil, electrical, and mechanical.

 

Duties include:

• Working on-site and remote.
• Defend cost estimates in negotiations.
• Managing multiple assignments and delivering results with minimal oversight.     

 

There are three (3) main categories of projects in which estimates are required:

• Major Project (greater than $ 15 M in value): One (1) Major Project estimate per every two (2) weeks.
• Mid-size Project ($1 M - $ 15 M in value): Six (6) Mid-size Project estimates per every one (1) week.
• Minor Project (less than $1 M in value): Eight (8) Minor Project estimates per every one (1) week.

 

There are five (5) types of estimates required for each category of project listed:

• Benchmark estimates of Shell and Tenant Improvement (TI) cost prior to issuance of the Occupancy Agreement (OA) and the Solicitation For Offers (SFO).
• Estimates of Shell and Tenant Improvement (TI) cost for the Occupancy Agreement (OA).
• Estimates of cost for Building Specialty Amortized Costs (BSAC) and A11.
• Estimates of TI cost at receipt of Offers.
• Estimates for change orders during the construction or ‘fit-out0 stage of the lease.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications
The Cost Estimator shall have a background and experience in Cost Estimating, Architectural design, Interior Design, Engineering, and Construction Management.

Similar estimating shall cover at least six (6) of the eight (8) following criteria: Design including supporting Consultants, Construction, miscellaneous tenant activities, procurement of Personal Property, Closeout, Design, Scheduling, and Site and Construction Inspection support.
 

The Cost Estimator shall have a minimum of ten (10) years of overall experience in this role or similar design industry role. The Cost Estimator shall be experienced with R.S. Means online; other Industry accepted estimating tools, and historic cost information software.

• Bachelors Degree
• 5 years experience providing cost estimating for vertical construction projects and/or interiors project
• Parametric Cost Estimating
• Interior Build-out cost estimating
• Ability to obtain a federal security clearance
• Read and understand construction drawings
• Familiarity with various levels of cost estimates during design phase
• CCEA, CEP, and/or CPE certification preferred
• Team-player, proactive, self-starter attitude.
• Must have vehicle to travel to client sites.
• Familiar with Means Cost Estimating Tools, Bluebeam, MS Excel, MS Word.
• Communicate professionally and efficiently verbally and in writing.
• Federal experience preferred, particularly with GSA.
• Independent and autonomous work style with limited management input.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Project.

 

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Constantly communicating with others to exchange information.
• Constantly repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Constantly assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Occasionally ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.
• Occasionally moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Occasionally remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Occasionally moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Occasionally adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
• Occasional low and high temperatures due to working outside during all seasons, along with elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Occasional noise while on construction sites.

 

Benefits

As an employee, you could be eligible for:

• Competitive Industry Pay
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Flex Time
• Bonus plans
• Professional Learning and Membership Incentives
• Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 100% Company-Paid Disability & Group Life
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with Employer Match
• New Parent Leave
• Relocation Assistance
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefits

 

Qualified applicants at AFG Group, Inc. must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents and must meet client security requirements. Positions requiring security clearance are open to U.S. citizens only.

 

 

AFG Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

Salary Range

$95k - $105K

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.