What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Estimator position at ITRADE STEM?
Responsibilities:
- Performs accurate, thorough, and timely quantity takeoffs using company format, detail, and coding for all CSI division systems for all levels of project documents (schematic, design development, construction documents).
- Develops accurate and concise clarifications and assumptions with the project management team's assistance.
- Obtains clarification on plans and specifications from architects and engineers when necessary.
- Solicits and analyzes subcontractor and vendor pricing input when required.
- Actively participates in project site pre-bid meetings, site tours, and post-bid interviews as required.
- Develop unit costs accurately.
- Performs technical/plan review when required.
- Considers and understands problems and identifies appropriate solutions.
- Develops knowledge in building designs, systems, and construction materials through available resources and uses this knowledge in guiding the owner to a viable project.
- Accurately assesses and plans takeoff workload.
- Is extremely proficient in all computer software programs used in preconstruction with particular emphasis on estimating software (e.g., SmartBid).
- Provides information to senior estimators/senior preconstruction managers for the purpose of developing accurate and concise clarifications and assumptions with the project management team's assistance.
- Develops value management options and provides analysis for each, looks at first cost vs. life cycle cost, and takes lead on constructability review.
- Manages multiple projects concurrently with the ability to multitask on all project delivery methods, including Design-Build, Lump Sum, CM Agency, and hybrids of each.
- Responsible for completing the project "blue sheet" process, assuring that all divisions were accounted for.
- Technically competent in all types of MEP scope showing the ability to strategize with subcontractors, design teams, and clients, ask questions, and provide responses with confidence.
- May assist in purchasing and/or buyout duties on as needed basis and will stay involved with operations buyout process for the first 90 days of the project.
- On Lump Sum or "hard bids", act as Bid Captain responsible for the entire bid process including working with Chief Estimator/EVP on scope assignments, bid calendar, subcontractor coverage, bid day strategy, and bid day summary sheet.
- 8-10 years of experience in estimating required.
- Wood-frame multifamily experience.
- Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.
- Experience in municipal Work, Higher Education, Healthcare, Public Schools, Assisted Living, Multifamily, and Country Clubs, as well as a variety of other markets, would be ideal.
- Ability to read engineering and architectural drawings and specifications preferred.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Ability to read and understand contracts.
- Outstanding and professional oral, written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, On-Screen Takeoff
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