CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR

JG Companies has been a leader in the construction industry serving a diverse range of construction markets since 1979. Our firm maintains its reputation upon our core values, building a culture that encourages our people to lead from the bottom up. 

JG is looking for great people who:

• Believe in the core values, the culture, and encourage other team members growth and success. 
• Takes initiative. Our firm believes in bottom-up management. We rely on our people in all positions to lead, provide input and constructive feedback. 
• Enjoy what they do. Be optimistic and bring a positive attitude to our company culture and environment. 
• Are committed. Our JG family grows with each other for long haul. Have direction of your long-term goals. 

Expectations:

Strive for growth and excellence together. The success of our firm and satisfaction of our clients, starts with the people our team while the success of the people of our team, starts with teamwork. At JG, we are going far together, not fast alone. Teamwork is the critical element that drives the synergy of our divisions working together. 

• Be the underdog & strive for growth and learning. 
• Always act like its day 1. Give your best every day. 
• Take pride in where you work and what you do. 
• Always take the high road. Do the right thing, even if you have to go against the grain. 

Job Functions: 

1. Manages pre-construction processes from initial solicitation (ITB/RFQ/RFP) through to bid submission to client and follow through to award or non-award response. 
2. Reviews and prequalify subcontractors’ capabilities for the specific job being bid. 
3. Prepares budgets and estimates for all stages of pre-construction. 
4. Identifies tasks and requirements from owners per contracts and/or specifications. 
5. Identifies trade list required for bidding.
6. Understands bid due date deadlines and coordinates with team to ensure bid due date is met. 
7. Generates robust project handoff process to project management team upon award. 
8. Develops and writes all bid packages and subcontractor scope of work. 
9. Develops and identifies project qualifications.
10. Works with our in house team for internal labor and material estimating on self-performed work. 

Qualification & Experience:

1. 5 years with related project estimating experience. 
2. Degree in construction management or related field a plus. 
3. Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills through all measures of the estimating process.
4. Experience with project scheduling to understand durations for bid purposes.  
5. Ability to estimate in house labor and materials for self-performed work. 
6. Experience in retail, fast casual restaurants, quick service restaurants, big box, shopping centers are preferred. 
7. Experience and knowledge estimating for New Construction and remodel/retrofit projects.
8. Ability to complete complex bids, budgeting and value engineering. 
9. Ability to read and analyze project plans is a must. 
10. Demonstrates strong mathematical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. 
11. Proficiency with Blue Beam & Building Connected is preferred. 
12. Ability to analyze potential risks relating to schedule, cost and reputation. 
13. Proficient with computers and familiar with Microsoft suite. 
14. Demonstrates strong attention to detail and problem solving. 
15. Have the willingness and know-how to make things happen. 
16. Values diversity of ideas and others’ opinions. Have good common sense and logical thinking.
17. Ability to lead and demonstrates strong communication skills with internal teams.
18. Analytical thinking, ability to value engineer complex projects. 
19. General sales skills, ability to represent the company with pride and integrity.

JG Companies offers a competitive salary and/or hourly range reflective of the candidates experience along with a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Vacation and sick time
• Holiday pay