Estimator

Overview

Prepare cost estimates and bid packages for multi-site commercial construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• site assessment
• scope prep
• risk register
• quantity takeoff
• bid invitation
• estimate sheets

Tasks

-Visits project sites and provides Sevan with a detailed site assessment using Sevan’s Capture software. -Reviews and interprets project documents to prepare clear, complete subcontractor scope of works and bid packages. -Set the Standard: Be a role model for professional behavior, fostering a workplace culture that motivates and inspires others. -Reviews project documents to determine risks to Sevan and assist the Bid Leader in the creation of the Risk Register. -Reviews subcontractor RFI’s to determine if they need to be included in the RFI to Architect list or if they can be answered internally. -Manages the estimating assistant/bid team in identifying qualified subcontractors and establish and maintain bid solicitation lists. -Responsible for providing quantity take-offs of building elements to determine material and labor costs utilizing on-screen computer take-off software. -Creates a project Invitation to Bid for subcontractors on Building Connected or other bidding platforms. -Champion Key Initiatives: Play a vital role in driving Sevan-wide initiatives like Safety and Sustainability, ensuring positive impacts for our people and the planet. -Investigates local market conditions and their effect on costs and schedule. -Support Development of Top Brands: Opportunity to work behind the scenes supporting efforts for industry leaders like McDonald’s, Starbucks, and 7-Eleven. -Reviews project documents to create RFIs (Request for Information) for submission to the Architect. -Creates estimate sheets breaking down elements of the bid using the MasterFormat CSI Codes. -Takes ownership of the estimating process for assigned projects and provides direction to the estimating assistants and other contributing team members. -Reviews subcontractor quotes to ensure they meet the intent of the specific scope of work and project documents and are in line with Sevan’s contractual requirements.

Requirements

• smartsheet
• bluebeam
• rs means
• bachelors
• 5-10 years
• communication

What You Bring

-Ability to prepare and deliver professional proposals, and to make persuasive presentations of estimates and respond to questions from Sr. Management, clients, and customers. -Experience with Smartsheet, Bluebeam, Building connected, and on-screen take-off (OST) software. Familiarity with RS Means, ProEst, or similar construction pricing software is a plus. -Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent; or -5-10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. -Capable of simultaneously estimating various projects, multitasking, and transitioning between tasks. -Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, engaging seamlessly with individuals at all levels of the project, including management, project teams, clients, contractors, and vendors, to ensure clear and effective exchanges. -Ability to clearly articulate all scopes of work to subcontractors. -Writes clear and concise proposals accurately conveying inclusions, qualifications, and exclusions. -Demonstrated mastery of preconstruction and estimation skills within the multi-site, retail, and/or restaurant industries. -Experience in Government projects a plus.

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Benefits

-Grow With Us: Take charge of your personal and professional growth through hands-on experience, engaging training programs, and opportunities to mentor interns and co-ops.

About Sevan Multi-Site Solutions

-Grew from a regional player to a global service provider with offices in the US and London. -Offers integrated services: program management, architectural & engineering design, and construction execution. -Serves major brands like McDonald’s, Starbucks, Walgreens, Amtrak, and Kroger across retail, restaurant & government sectors. -Contractor licenses in 25+ states. -Earned repeated industry acclaim: Inc. 5000, FT 1000, ENR top program‑management rankings, and Fortune‑listed workplace.

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