Estimator

Description

• Review project documents and develop subcontractor scopes of work for multiple projects at a time.
• Prepare for bid days by attending review meetings, preparing y-sheets, reviewing proposals and coordinating with subcontractors. Review scopes with all subcontractors prior to bid day.
• Attend industry networking events, subcontractor networking events, and individual subcontractor office visits / lunch meetings to develop and maintain relationships.
• Attend project site visits and pre-proposal meetings.
• Coordinate with the estimating team to ensure each project is properly scoped and coordinated among all trades.
• Perform quantity take-offs, summarize quantities in estimate file, and draft pricing for self-perform work.
• Analytically review project documents to develop well-written RFIs and identify potential scope gaps and design omissions.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to review scope, answer questions, problem solve, negotiate, and ensure proper coverage for each project.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience using construction software such as Procore, Blue Beam and Building Connected
• Must possess strong communication skills
• Must have strong organizational and math skills
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction field
• Bachelors degree- Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management
• Experience in the Metro Washington DC area
• Must understand the processes and sequencing of construction and be able to provide constructability input into the estimating and bidding process
• Must have strong capabilities in reading and understanding construction documents
• Must have extensive knowledge of the construction industry

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance