POSITION SUMMARY

The Estimator is responsible for the planning, directing, and coordinating, daily construction management activities. This position functions from the main office;

and will require site visits.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Work cohesively with Estimating Coordinator to manage and fulfill all requirements for the bid submission.

Responsible to understand and complete Projects from Bid through review of plans and specifications in their entirety which include site visits and Pre-Bid Meetings, as applicable.

Responsible to interpret Bid documents and create spreadsheet(s) that summarizes the Scope of Work completely. Required to generate and track RFI questions, review, and process agenda.

Prepare takeoffs as necessary based on nature of project and anticipated Trade Coverage.

Manage minority business goals, wage scale requirements, bid alternates, unit prices and other residual components of a compliant Bid Submission.

Must clearly communicate the requirements to bidding Trade Contractors when applicable to their work.

Create Bidders Lists for Projects and solicit Trade Contractors participation through online Bid Manager program. Responsible to track Bid Participation closely and review with Estimating Director at timely intervals.

Develop and distribute Project Trade Scopes of Work as necessary.

Foster relationships with new Trade Contractors / maintain relationships with existing Trade Contractors.

For awarded Projects, negotiate scope and price with anticipated Trade Contractor. awardees, formalize agreement by issuing Letters of Intent.

Conduct turnover meetings with Project Manager outlining Project Scope of Work, any notable components of the Project, and buyout status.

Represent Estimating Department for Projects in Preconstruction, budgeting of larger Projects, increased owner and design team interaction, value engineering, assistance of establishment and development of Scope packages.

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE

3 years of experience estimating for a commercial general contractor

School and Public Municipality (Fire Stations, Libraries, Police Stations, Community Centers, etc.) estimating experience is a plus

A proven record of successfully bidding and budgeting projects and maintaining healthy, sustained subcontractor relationships.

Experience with the subcontractor post-bid buyout and negotiation process, including issuance of Letters of Intent

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of programs, primarily Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Bluebeam Revu experience is preferred

Compensation details : 70000-100000 Yearly Salary

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Last updated : 2024-05-02