Healthcare Construction Estimator

Description

• Work with the preconstruction lead and operations to help develop logistics and project approach to ensure the estimate is informed and complete.
• Stay abreast of trends and developments, such as new equipment, methods and procedures that are developing in the industry.
• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for healthcare projects during conceptual, schematic, and design development phases.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and other project documents to develop accurate scopes of work.
• Conduct site investigation prior to forming a plan of operations to identify any concerns, or conditions present that could impact the project risk profile
• Provide leadership and strategy in subcontractor and vendor selection process
• Assist in the preparation of bid packages, proposals, and presentations.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Consult with owners on various problems discovered during bid preparation, design, rates, schedules, etc.
• Prepare special engineering studies or reports required by certain bid items or conditions.
• Reviews all bid and contract documents and coordinate home office legal department reviews
• Participate in value engineering and constructability reviews.
• Support the development of budgets, GMPs, and cost models under the guidance of Estimating Managers
• Assist in the development of the preconstruction plan, staffing and schedule.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing to support bid and estimate development.
• Reviewing sub and vendor proposals to ensure they align with assumptions, project documents and Owner requirements ensuring accurate and complete cost estimates.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• Maintain historical cost data and stay current on market trends and pricing.

Requirements

• 3+ years' related preconstruction or estimating experience, preferably with exposure to healthcare construction.
• Familiarity with healthcare building systems, codes, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Exposure to BIM/VDC tools and processes
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Become proficient in Kiewit’s proprietary estimating program, “InEight Estimate”.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office products (e.g. Excel, Work, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or construction related fields preferred.
• LEED knowledge or certification.
• Exceptionally strong attention to detail, communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with CMAR, Design-Build, or IPD delivery methods preferred but not required.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance