Preconstruction Estimator

Overview

Prepare cost estimates and budgets for multifamily construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• site evaluation
• cost estimating
• budget planning
• cost analysis
• vendor selection
• regulatory compliance

Tasks

-Site Evaluation: Visit project sites to assess access, drainage, topography, and availability of essential services such as water and electricity. -Project Planning & Scheduling: Prepare estimates/budgets used by management for planning, organizing, and scheduling work. -Estimating & Budgeting: Analyze blueprints and documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates/budgets. -Client & Vendor Collaboration: Consult with clients, vendors, and personnel in other departments, as well as construction foremen, to develop estimates/budgets and resolve issues. -Community Engagement: Participate in TT Serve community outreach initiatives. -Cost Analysis: Assess the cost-effectiveness of products, projects, or services while tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops. -Staff Development: Provide necessary training and direction to assist staff in achieving position advancement. -Stakeholder Communication: Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates. -Vendor & Subcontractor Selection: Prepare, analyze, and recommend vendors or subcontractors for project selection. -Regulatory Compliance: Consult with local authorities for each estimated project to determine local rules and regulations, ensuring estimates/budgets are complete and accurate.

Requirements

• construction management
• degree
• problem solving
• travel
• 4+ years
• communication

What You Bring

-Minimum Education: Degree in Construction Management or related field required -Attributes: Ability to problem-solve and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Willingness to travel to projects as needed -Minimum Experience: Four plus years of experience preferred -Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills

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Benefits

-Professional Development: Access to educational courses, training programs, and career growth opportunities in a dynamic construction environment. -Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary with potential for profit-sharing bonus. -Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, 10+ paid holidays, flexible work culture with Work-From-Anywhere opportunities, and new parent leave. -Comprehensive Benefits: Health, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) with company match; complimentary health clinic access. -Exclusive Perks: Shipt grocery delivery membership, $100 monthly contribution to Forma Lifestyle Spending Account, team member discount program, company events.

About Thompson Thrift

-Specializes in the development of residential communities, commercial properties, and industrial spaces. -Known for executing projects across the United States, delivering high-quality developments that drive local economies. -Delivers a diverse range of real estate, from multi-family housing to large-scale commercial centers. -Standout projects include retail centers, mixed-use developments, and residential neighborhoods. -Committed to building lasting relationships with clients, providing a seamless experience from design to delivery.

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