Project Estimator

Overview

Commercial construction estimator handling takeoffs, pricing, and bid support.

Key Responsibilities

• unit costing
• electronic takeoffs
• bid packages
• fee estimation
• sub‑bid qualification
• rfp tracking

Tasks

-Build winning unit costs for all trades to assist in future bidding -Perform and provide complete, thorough, and accurate take- offs electronically -Support the Senior Estimator and Director of Preconstruction, proactively assisting with all aspects. -Lead and perform as necessary administrative duties on projects -Input data into bid forms, create detailed qualifications, and assemble bid packages. -Work with accounting and project managers to estimate fees, overhead, and profit -Follow up with all invited subcontractors via phone and email to ensure deadlines are met. -Help build mutually rewarding relationships with potential clients, subcontractors, and vendors. -Qualify sub bids with care to ensure scope of work required is covered within bid. -Provide conceptual estimates and become well versed in historical square footage costs in our vertical markets -Maintain internal organization, adhering to tracking of RFPs and bids -Assist with multiple projects from time of RFP to bid submission -Embrace being the project expert, effectively briefing the management team on the work required , changes made to scopes, and proactively transfer that information to project management -Attend bid review meetings and show the bids from the subs in GMP scenario

Requirements

• excel
• on-screen takeoff
• sage
• bluebeam
• bachelor's
• communication

What You Bring

-Well versed in excel and all MS Office Programs. specifically Excel for tracking construction costing. Experience with On-Screen Takeoff and Sage estimating software programs a plus. -Understand unit pricing through various aspects of construction. -Strong and proactive communication (written, phone, and in person). -Bachelor's degree in Engineering , Construction Management, or related field. Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement. A minimum of 3 years of direct project estimating experience -Experience using a computer blueprint take off program (Plan Swift, Bluebeam or similar). -Ability to work well with coworkers, subcontractors, vendors, architects, and designers. -Experience with phased, occupied projects, additions, and tenant fit outs . -Experience with an online bid solicitation tool -Excellent understanding of reading blueprints and specifications. -Organized, with great attention to detail and thorough note taking. -Team players can take initiative, self-guide, and help lead the company’s estimating efforts. -A working knowledge of the commercial construction industry.

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Benefits

-20 days of PTO/year, 7 days of sick leave, the latest technology in the industry -Free medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee -Opportunity to make an impact on a diverse team with decades of professional experience -Salary Range: $75,000 – 105,000 commensurate with experience -Tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, 401k matching, and 529 college savings

About Mcn Build

-Committed to reshaping the construction industry, delivering exceptional projects across various sectors. -Focusing on high-quality, innovative construction services that consistently exceed client expectations. -Known for expertise in both large-scale infrastructure projects and specialized, complex builds. -Expanding its portfolio to include residential, commercial, and industrial developments. -Proudly managing and delivering projects of varying scale, from intricate renovations to vast infrastructure projects. -Notable achievements include cutting-edge residential complexes, state-of-the-art industrial facilities, and critical transportation infrastructure. -Continuously growing with a commitment to quality, efficiency, and excellence in every project.

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