Healthcare Construction Estimator

Overview

Estimate healthcare construction projects and support preconstruction activities.

Key Responsibilities

• cost estimating
• quantity takeoffs
• budget development
• subcontractor pricing
• bid packages
• value engineering

Tasks

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

Requirements

• bim
• leed
• bachelor
• ineight
• microsoft office
• 3+ years

What You Bring

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

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About Kiewit

-It evolved into a massive employee‑owned network operating across North America, delivering projects valued in the billions. -Today it specializes in transportation, water/wastewater, power, oil, gas & chemicals, building, industrial, marine and mining sectors. -Signature projects include New York’s 63rd Street Tunnel, Baltimore’s Fort McHenry Tunnel, T‑Mobile Park in Seattle, and major renewable energy sites. -Its marine division undertakes dredging, coastal resiliency and naval base work, while energy teams deliver gas, power delivery and renewables. -With deep roots in engineering‑led construction, it is known for tackling the kind of ‘impossible’ projects that reshape cities and industries.

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