What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Suntec Concrete?
Job Title: Estimator
Department: Estimating
Reports to: Preconstruction Director
Job Summary:
Suntec Concrete is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our preconstruction team in Phoenix, AZ . This role will be responsible for taking off quantities, pricing, and assembling bid packages for commercial concrete projects.
Job Description:
- Knowledge of estimating and quantity takeoff software
- Perform quantity concrete takeoffs
- Review design drawings, specifications, attend pre-bid meetings, and conduct site visits to determine scope
- Lead and prepare accurate proposals
- Prepare conceptual estimates
- Obtain pricing from vendors and subcontractors and maintain accurate database
- Assemble bid packages and submit pricing
- Create visual presentations
- Coordinate with design team on drawing revisions
- Review construction documents for value engineering
- Review construction schedules
- Work with field operations team throughout construction
- Produce accurate quantity takeoffs and estimates for potential change orders
- Demonstrated knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, and trade practices
- Develop scope of work for subcontractors
- Oversee subcontractor selection process
- Assist project managers in negotiation of contracts, buyouts, change orders, etc
- Maintain and develop historical data for unit pricing
- Prepare and price the value engineering items
- Experience leading Preconstruction meetings
- Develop and maintain relationships with owners, general contractors, and subcontractors
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred
- 5 years experience as a concrete estimator
- Tekla software experience highly recommended
- Strong technical knowledge of concrete construction methods and materials
- Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, technical specifications, and contracts.
- Excellent math, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented with outstanding organizational abilities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of industry trends, building codes, and cost data