Construction Estimator

Overview

Estimate, bid, and manage pre‑construction costs for commercial construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• quantity takeoffs
• cost analysis
• bid management
• estimate setup
• design review
• site visits

Tasks

Supports the Lead Estimators and/ or Pre-construction Manager in all estimating functions throughout the Pre-construction phase of projects. Responsible for value engineering, budget controls, alternative and comparative studies, and constructability reviews. Responsible for ensuring that estimates, bids, and proposals are complete, accurate, and well supported by recent pricing data and subcontractor input. -Receive, files, and distribute design documents to internal team member. -Prepare subcontractor bid proposal forms and subcontractor bid recording sheets for assigned trades. Evaluate subcontractor input for scope inclusion. Identify scope gaps and overlaps and coordinate with staff managing other trades. -Manage distribution of current design documents for subcontractor budgeting and bidding and ensure sufficient subcontractor input is received. -Provide pricing for value engineering, alternates, options, and special studies as required. -Support the development and enhancement of owner, architect, subcontractor, and vendor relations. -Take lead or support role in Lump Sum bids. -Review and confirm that all previously approved document revisions have been incorporated in the design documents. Record and report all exceptions. -Attend pre-bid meetings and subcontractor site walk-throughs. -Actively participate in estimate or proposal review meetings with architects, engineers, and owners and incorporate comments, feedback, and input into revised estimates or proposals. -Support the Lead Estimator or Pre-construction Manager in the set-up of the estimate, estimate schedule, and responsibility matrix. -Lead the coordination of operational input during the estimating, bidding, and proposal process. Ensure that the detailed general conditions/ requirements study and site logistics are incorporated into the estimate or proposal. -Analyze cost data, unit prices, general conditions and general requirements costs, and information that can be developed as a “rule of thumb” for building systems estimated costs. -Perform quantity take-offs, analysis, estimate, and studies for all assigned trades and building systems. -Prepare comparison analysis to previous estimate and develop a clear and concise message to explain the variances for each of the project stakeholders. -Visit sites to evaluate existing conditions and identify and capture and scope that may not be included in the design documents. -Develop, lead, or support the assembly of all estimate, bid, or proposal documents required by and submitted to the Owner. -Participate in internal estimate review meetings. -Review design documents for level of completion, assemble comments and requests for additional information needed to provide complete estimate. -Coordinate subcontractor bid lists with procurement for budget pricing and bidding. -Ensure pricing within the estimate of proposal is complete and accurate, reflecting recent pricing data, subcontractor bids or budgets. -Train and manage Estimators, including performance evaluations for those staff assigned.

Requirements

• bluebeam
• sage estimating
• procore
• excel
• bachelor's
• 7 years

What You Bring

We are a rapidly growing specialized construction company seeking a Estimator with proven experience in commercial construction. This position is part of a our pre-construction team, managing all estimating functions throughout the pre-construction phase of projects. Responsible for value engineering, budget controls, alternative and comparative studies, and constructability reviews. Responsible for ensuring that estimates, bids, and proposals are complete, accurate, and well supported by recent pricing data and subcontractor input. -Complete knowledge of estimating documents and the ability to provide accurate qualitative and quantitative analysis of the documents. -Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent job experience, Construction Management, Building Construction, or similar. -To perform this job successfully, an individual will need proficiency with estimating software(e.g., Bluebeam, Building connected, Sage Estimating, Procore) Project Management toos (e.g, Procore, Microsoft Project, Builder trend) Excel expertise (advanced formulas, pivot tables, bid tab sheets) Digital takeoff tools (e.g., On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam Revu) -Must have conceptual ability to work with minimal information and quickly develop an understanding of the Owner requirements. -Should demonstrate good leadership skills. -Read and interpret documents such as construction documents and building codes. Write routine reports and correspondence. Strong verbal and written communication skills. -Must be able to multitask and meet established deadlines. -Minimum of 7 years as an estimator following experience in project engineering, field supervision, or procurement preferably with a large General Contractor. -Knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, and trade practices.

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About The Kya Group

-Headquartered in Santa Ana, CA, it expanded across North America, Africa and Asia with a multi‑division model. -The firm operates divisions including surfacing, sustainable landscapes, steel structures and light construction. -Typical clients include K‑12 schools, community colleges, municipalities and public/private institutions. -Projects range from baseball fields and pickleball courts to football domes and track facilities. -Led by a founding team with legal, construction and finance backgrounds, it emphasizes end‑to‑end project delivery. -An employee‑owned model fuels innovation and hands‑on expertise, delivering turnkey facility modernization. -Standout fact: it bundles design, build, surfacing and maintenance to offer a full lifecycle service package.

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