What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Contractor Estimator position at BBSI?
Job Summary
The ideal candidate will be tasked with accurately estimating project costs through detailed line-item budgets by trade with unit costs.
The role demands acute attention to detail and a proven ability to excel in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.
Responsibilities also include cultivating and maintaining strong client and vendor relationships.
Responsibilities :
- Build and maintain valued relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure client satisfaction
- Conduct initial analysis of drawings and specifications to ensure required documentation is present and determine the scope of work to develop estimates
- Analyze electrical, mechanical, architectural drawings and other documents to use in the preparation of detailed estimates
- Responsible for the preparation of bid documents and proposals
- Manage large and / or multiple project estimates independently
- Strategize with clients, vendors, and personnel in other departments to formulate estimates
- Review contracts on awarded jobs and ensure the contracts include our exclusions, and clarifications, and reflect the proposal scope
- Manage bid follow-ups
- Participate in job walks and pre-bid meetings as needed
- Capture all activity and sales-related data in the CRM system (BuilderTrend)
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field, or equivalent combination of technical training and experience
- Minimum of 5-10 years experience in budgeting and estimating for commercial construction projects including offsite civil and underground utilities, commercial TI / interior, multifamily, retail, prevailing wage work, concrete, grading, and restaurant knowledge a plus
- Proficiency in reading commercial architectural and construction plans, specifications, and takeoffs
- Strong computer skills and proficiency in BuilderTrend, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, and Excel
- Possess excellent analytical and organizational skills and strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritize, work with tight schedules, deliver deadlines, and manage multiple projects concurrently
- Resourceful and diligent in seeking solutions to problems and adapting to new situations
Benefits :
The total compensation package includes a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
For immediate consideration text / call Jeanette at 909-921-8569
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