Construction Estimator

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.
• Actively communicate with Subcontractors throughout Bid Process so that Scope is coordinated.
• 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

About the Company:
US TechSystems Inc

Industry:
Construction - Residential & Commercial/Office

Salary : $70 - $100