Estimating Manager 1

Description

• Prepares material and other costs summary for quotes from vendors.
• Works collaboratively and creates relationships with a variety of stakeholders, such as project team members, subcontractors, vendors and clients.
• Supports the distribution of plans and specifications to vendors/subcontractors.
• Assists with system analysis of building components and MEP systems and assists operations staff on project logistics, staging, phasing plans, and coordination.
• Supports vendor/subcontractor pricing/bid solicitation and coordination.
• Performs quantity survey of materials shown on project plans.
• Coordinates bid day summaries, general requirements and participates in project procurement presentations.
• Provides professional and comprehensive deliverables at the completion of each major estimate.
• Reads and outlines project specifications.
• Prepares complex cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals.
• Tracks value creation items from development through inclusion and documents in project documentation.
• Maintains an audit trail of the quantity survey from estimate to estimate.
• Develops and manages scopes of work for all trades, including responsibility matrix, distribution of plans and specifications, and pricing, bid solicitation and coordination for vendors and subcontractors.
• Provides training and mentorship to others.
• Improves project profitability opportunities by applying basic understanding of insurance structures, fees and rates.
• Collaborates with operations and field staff to develop more economical ways to construct projects during the preconstruction process.

Requirements

• Proficiency in MS Office with emphasis on strong Excel skills (Intermediate).
• Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work (Intermediate).
• Ability to develop General Requirement estimates.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally.
• 3+ years estimating experience.
• Proficiency in construction estimating software (Intermediate).
• In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds
• Knowledge of the means and methods of construction management (Intermediate).
• May require periods of overnight travel
• Gains self-perform estimating experience.
• Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy.
• Occasional activity: Standing, Walking, Bending, Climbing, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications (Intermediate).
• Ability to develop proficiency in Lens, Revit and/or ASE software.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field (Preferred).
• Autonomy and Decision Making: Makes decisions on routine matters, provides recommendations to supervisor and refers all exceptions to supervisor
• Frequent activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen
• Preference for total of 5+ years construction experience.
• Ability to conduct effective presentations.
• Ability to prepare quantity surveys.
• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.
• Utilizes knowledge of the project schedule and logistics in project estimates.
• Knowledge of field operations through project support.
• Proficiency in required construction technology.
• Knowledge of self-perform and labor productivity.
• Valid and unrestricted drivers license required
• Communication skills, verbal and written (Intermediate).

Benefits

• Gains field operational exposure through onsite project support, as opportunities exist.
• Normal office environment, but may be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance