Building Estimator

Key Responsibilities

• estimate review
• bid package
• metric monitoring
• design review
• technical analysis
• cross-discipline

Tasks

-Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies. -Schedule and prepare for estimate reviews. -Communicate critical issues and estimate assumptions up to the Manager as they arise to ensure everyone is on the same page for the reviews to eliminate late changes. -Review owner plans and specifications to develop a comprehensive understanding of the project and develop plan for the actual construction to serve as basis for the estimate. -Create subcontract bid package based on owner plans and specifications for quote. -Monitor Key Estimate Metrics - Be aware of and monitor key estimating metrics that are looked at by Senior Management and ensure that the estimate falls within the accepted boundaries. Be able to explain any metrics that my fall outside these accepted boundaries. -Stay abreast of trends and developments, such as new products, methods and procedures that are developing in the industry. -Understand what design deliverables by discipline are required and assure that the delivery schedule is met. -Use recognized engineering techniques and procedures to conduct estimates and adhere to standard company policy. -Consult with estimate team on various problems discovered during bid preparation, design, rates, schedules, etc. -Complete technical bid analysis reviews during the bid period and determining practicality of submittals. -Review architectural drawings and specifications for building-related lighting, power, HVAC, and plumbing systems that will be used in deliverable packages sent to sub-contractors for bidding. -Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required. -Facilitate Cross-Discipline Communication.

Requirements

• bluebeam
• navisworks
• ineight
• bachelors
• 3+ years
• metal structures

What You Bring

-Familiarity with building codes and requirements. -Exceptionally strong attention to detail, oral and written communication, interpersonal and leadership skills. -Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil/Structural Engineering, or equivalent. -Understand project past cost data for benchmarking to compare to estimates. -Experience with execution of all building project design phases from concept to construction with experience with construction means -Understanding of Metal Building Structures for industrial projects and basic understanding of building mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. -Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time. -Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, Bluebeam and Navisworks. -Work productively and meet deadlines timely -Experience with the value engineering process and low cost alternative recommendations as they relate to project budgets and associated construction costs. -Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment. -Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives. -Know how to build the project (best practices, sequence, geographical challenges etc.). Work with discipline leads to formulate a plan that includes all lessons learned and costs and put that plan to paper. -Familiar and confident in understanding the workflow required to estimate, bid and construct buildings in an Engineer-Procure-Construct (EPC), and Design-Build environment. -At least 3 years’ experience in building construction, design, or subcontract management. -Regular, reliable attendance -Experience with InEight Estimate (HardDollar) or similar estimating software. -Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.

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