What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Estimator position at CivicMinds, Inc?
We’re looking for an experienced construction estimator to take the lead on bids and proposals for our manufacturing, power, and energy projects. Our ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic work environment. If you are an individual who is passionate about delivering high-quality projects and possesses the skills and expertise we are looking for, join our team of professionals and help us continue to exceed our clients' expectations.
Responsibilities:
- Review drawings, specs, and pre-bid meetings to figure out the scope and details of each estimate
- Put together clear trade scopes of work and backup documentation for review
- Reach out to subcontractors and suppliers, review their bids, and make sure everything lines up and stays competitive
- Develop options and recommend the best value based on cost, quality, engineering, and materials
- Build and keep strong relationships with owners, consultants, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Support the operations team on awarded jobs, from pricing change orders to resolving contract issues
- Work with our proposal coordinator to pull together complete proposals (schedules, write-ups, org charts, etc.)
- Develop conceptual proposals to support business development
- Negotiate and issue subcontracts
Requirements:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience with pre-construction and estimating software
- Strong understanding of estimating methods, cost control, and conceptual estimating
- Ability to put together accurate proposals with minimum supervision
- Clear communication skills — both written and verbal — to explain inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications with owners and subcontractors
- Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining focus on key priorities
Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred
- 7 years of estimating experience