Senior Drywall Estimator

Description

Quality Production Services, Inc. ("QPS") is a privately-held California corporation founded in 1995, with corporate offices in Rancho Dominguez, California. QPS is a commercial union subcontractor providing standard and customized metal stud framing, drywall installation and finishing, and related services directly to general commercial contractors, developers, and building owners, and indirectly to architects and designers for public and private commercial construction projects.

The Senior Drywall Estimator is responsible for reviewing and analyzing invitations to bid. Related documents include project proposals, schedules, blueprints, and specifications to assess the scope and identify labor, material, and time requirements. Based on project type (tenant improvement/ core and shell), size, and complexity, the Senior Estimator isolates all elements that will impact project economics and communicate, as needed, with the general contractor client, estimating colleagues, and project management resolves potential issues. They use estimating software, cost/production databases, and other estimating techniques, along with experience and training to generate detailed bid estimates within bid deadlines. Additionally, the Senior Estimator is responsible for maintaining relationships with general contractor clients -- monitoring and shepherding their bid proposals from submission to bid award.

Quality Production Services specializes in Dry Wall and Metal Stud Framing - Experience in this field is must have 

Experience with commercial metal stud framing, drywall for exterior and interior systems, lath and plaster, scaffolding, EIFS, exterior systems, plaster, waterproofing, and acoustical ceilings is a must.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintains a positive, professional, and optimistic attitude and approach for the duration of any task, assignment, and project.

• Maintains a positive, professional relationship externally with clients and internally with Management and staff and is a "team" player.
• Possesses the requisite technical skills necessary and remains current with the most recent estimating techniques and procedures.
• Possesses the requisite computer hardware and software skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, On-Screen Take-Off/Quick Bid, Adobe Acrobat, and Bluebeam.
• Follows Company policies and protocols and is aware of required internal controls.
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn new ways to perform functions more effectively.
• Effectively understands problems and makes timely, practical decisions.
• Cognizant of potential project risks during the projects.
• Timely documents the nature and impact of risks and communicate risks to Management.
• Is accountable and personally dedicated to project success.
• Is punctual in all aspects of the job.

Requirements

As the Senior Drywall Estimator for QPS, you will contribute to our team by:

Conducting detailed analysis of contract documents (isometric, as-built, and engineering drawings) and specifications for large hard-bid / lump sum, construction management, and small to medium design-build projects to determine overall project requirements (bonding, insurance, etc.).

Capturing and understanding trade scopes, and communicating gaps / missing information.

Leading pricing of the general expense and project-specific general requirements for medium to large projects (lump sum and construction management).

Assisting in preparing final tender documents to submit to the client to meet contract deadline requirements.

Performing conceptual quantity take-offs to support construction management and design-build pursuits.

Soliciting competitive pricing from trade contractors and suppliers for pursuit support.

Establishing team assignments and identifying estimating review dates.

Reviewing all work performed by estimators in the pursuit of quality and accountability.

Using contract terms to identify risks/opportunities associated with contract/project documents.

Reviewing all bids, performing bid evaluation, and selecting the best trade contractor pricing.

Leading the development of a conceptual estimate/design-build bid submission for complex projects and/or with key clients.

Organizing bid closing and preparing to meet submission deadlines.

Recognizing risks related to project-specific requirements, site, schedule, and market conditions/constraints.

Supervising, directing, coaching, training, and mentoring direct and indirect reports.

Developing and maintaining strong customer-focused relationships with all stakeholders, specifically trade contractors for best price.

Other duties as required.

What you will bring to the role:

5 plus years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating with 12 months of onsite experience preferred. 

Experience with a self-perform estimate and productivity understanding.

Knowledge and understanding of different construction methods, planning, scheduling, sequencing, potential problems and timelines and is an expert in these matters.

Extensive knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation, including quantity take-off procedures, trade contractor procurement, pricing, and bid closing procedures.

Uses market conditions and business trends and identifies competitor strengths and weaknesses to influence bid-win strategies.

Experience estimating multiple scopes and working knowledge of applicable products and systems.

Able to build a conceptual estimate without drawings/specifications.

Able to review project cost reports (for historical information regarding various disciplines), to use in strategic bid win strategies.

Ability to lead successful teams.

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

5 plus years experience 110-140k range DOE