Estimator

Together with other members of the Preconstruction and Estimating Team, this position is responsible for a variety of estimating functions including analyzing proposals and requirements and preparing detailed cost estimates for a variety of construction projects. This position requires excellent time management, follow-up and organizational skills; a commitment to process and procedure and the ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks. Must work well under extreme deadlines and pay strict attention to detail.

Essential Functions:

• Explore documentation in order to gain a deep understanding of the project requirements to create and validate detailed project budgets;
• Visit sites, warehouses and other venues necessary to estimate and validate existing conditions including document review;
• Coordinate with designers, developers and construction trade partners to review progress drawings for accuracy with budget/scope and provide feedback to ownership;
• Perform complex analysis of collected data and metrics;
• Work closely with the project management and pre-construction teams to ensure all subcontractors and vendors are hired to meet project requirements;
• Maintain up to date data base of industry cost information to prepare relevant and reliable forecasts;
• Create and present reports to senior management;
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with the key vendors, subcontractors and field staff;
• Thorough working knowledge and understanding of all project management control system including but not limited to; scheduling, estimating, cost control, procurement and business development;
• Complete quantity take offs;
• Cloud based project management knowledge; Microsoft office, Asta or Microsoft Project, Working knowledge of applications and benefits of BIM, AutoCAD, Sage Estimating and Revit;
• Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting;
• Assist with researching and evaluating new construction & estimating software and programs to streamline preconstruction services and estimating;
• Assist with implementation and training;

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong computer skills, specifically packaged construction management software, Blubeam, and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with AutoCad, Revit and scheduling software a plus;
• Extensive knowledge of construction business;
• High-level interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy;
• Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information;
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality,
• Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly; Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events;
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan;
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans;
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments;
• In possession of valid driver's license, in good standing.

Education and/or Experience:

• 4-year Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture
• 2-year Associate's Degree in any of the above stated fields, plus 2 years of relevant experience in construction and/or estimating;
• 4 years of relevant equivalent experience.