Construction Estimator

QUAD Construction is seeking a thorough Estimator to analyze costs and prepare estimates for our projects. The ideal candidate would be very comfortable with numbers and analytics and have great attention to detail.

Core Responsibilities:

• Preparing cost estimates at various stages of design from schematic and budget to detailed take-off and pricing.
• Exploring documentation to gain a deep understanding of project requirements.
• Collecting and analyzing data by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and other related documents.
• Performing complex analysis of collected data and metrics.
• Visiting sites, warehouses, and other venues necessary in order to complete estimates.
• Negotiating construction prices with subcontractors for competitive bidding.
• Participating in project meetings, reviewing schedules, and preparing detailed reports.
• Building and maintaining healthy relationships with subcontractors, clients, architects, etc.
• Perform risk analysis where necessary.
• Communicating with architects, engineers, clients, and subcontractors efficiently; and preparing economic feasibility studies on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a construction related discipline is desired.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in the construction industry performing responsibilities equivalent to those listed above.
• Working knowledge and comprehension of construction drawings, documents, and specifications, as well as construction management.
• Proficient in Microsoft office and Bluebeam.
• Knowledge of Timberline Estimating.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven experience as construction estimator.
• Deep understanding of research methodology, data analysis and estimation metrics.
• Basic understanding of accounting and project management concepts.
• Strong organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to prioritize work assignments.