Estimator

Position Description: Prepare detailed estimates for the project based on the construction drawings and specifications. Communicate bids and scopes of work.

Reports To: Lead Estimator, Senior Estimator, or Preconstruction Manager

Essential Duties & Responsibilities*:

• Prepare a detailed estimate by completing quantity take-offs, analysis, estimate input, and studies for all items incorporated in the assigned scope.
• Prepare and assemble bids and proposals for different contract types (Lump Sum, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), Cost Plus, etc.)
• Lead the document management for the project, including receiving drawings and specifications, and providing the proper file structure and distribution to all parties.
• Using the right strategies and procurement technology to ensure materials and services are high quality and available on the job site when required
• Serve as liaison with subcontractors, design team (architects, engineers, consultants), and clients. Point of contact for managing assigned trade subcontractors and distributing information.
• Support constructability reviews through communication with the project team, designers, and subcontractor market.
• Develop a value analysis study by defining alternatives to the proposed scope that are more cost-efficient.
• Responsible for understanding all factors required for a comprehensive trade package scope including contract documents, site logistics, schedule, coordination, means, and methods.
• Coordinate with Operations staff and fellow estimators to ensure that General Conditions and General Requirement items are properly addressed in the estimate.
• Prepare scope requisitions for assigned trades as required; coordinate with the project team to eliminate scope gaps and overlaps.
• Prepare comparison analysis to previous estimate for the assigned scope.
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor proposals relative to their scope of work. Document information into Bid Recording Sheet, organize and participate in Post Bid Review.
• Manage action items from Post Bid and finalize subcontract scope. Make recommendations to the Project Lead for award.
• Supervise Assistant Estimators and/or Interns as assigned.
• Familiar with iTWO costX