Estimator, Commercial - 2618

Reports to: Preconstruction Managers, and Director of Preconstruction Services 

FLSA: Exempt 

JOB SUMMARY: 

The estimator works in support of the preconstruction manager to review project documents at varying levels of design to ensure the scope of work required by the documents is accurately priced both internally and by subcontractors.  

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS: 

Core Duties / Responsibilities: 

Professional Estimating 

• Accurate and timely review of the design documents to identify the required scopes of work and develop a bid list for review by the project team. 

• Attending informational pre-bid meetings, site walks and preconstruction coordination meetings, documenting the requirements and existing conditions. 

• Developing pre-bid RFI’s to clarify the construction documents and/or conflicts between design documents / specifications. 

• Track and log all documents issued during the preconstruction period for use during contracting. 

Qualification and Pricing 

• Completing accurate takeoffs of plans ranging from conceptual to final CD’s, with waste factors and production rates that support JHL’s pricing format and obtaining and applying accurate/complete costs to the quantities. 

• Pricing materials, equipment, labor & other execution requirements for misc. self-performed scopes of work. 

Subcontractor Solicitation and Coordination 

• Accurate and timely review of the design documents to identify the required scopes of work and communication of these scope to the bidding subcontractors / vendors. 

• Discovery of document inconsistencies and development of pre-proposal clarifications. 

• Building relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and proposers to encourage participation in the bidding process. 

• Aggressive solicitation & follow-up with subcontractors to ensure complete bid coverage and timely receipt of bids. 

• Completing takeoffs in support of scope of work reviews with subcontractors to ensure the work is accurately priced and accounted for. 

• Detailed review of vendors scopes to ensure that all distributed documents have been accounted for and included.  Summarize the results in JHL’s bid tabulation form. 

• Participation in Hard Bid Day activities, including scope review and bid tabulation and/or bid submission. 

• Attending pre-award meetings with potential subcontractors and vendors for a detailed scope review and analysis.  

• Track and update vendor information and manage local vendor database. 

• Other duties as assigned.  

Education / Experience/ Training: 

• Required: High School Diploma. Preferred: Work Experience or Equivalent Bachelor’s Degree. 

• 2+ years of experience working in commercial construction estimating. 

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: 

• Proficient at the following software systems: 

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  • Microsoft Office Suite  
  
  
  
  

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  • Digital Takeoff Software 
  
  
  
  

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  • Bid Solicitation Software 
  
  
  
  

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  • Bluebeam 
  
  
  
  

• Proficient with building/estimating techniques. 

• Excellent plan reading and specification interpretation skills. 

• The ability to work effectively in a team environment. 

• Positive professional attitude, and strong customer service skills. 

• Strong attention to detail 

• Effective organization skills 

• Demonstrates resilience in challenging situations. 

• Prioritizes safety. 

• Shows adaptability to changing circumstances. 

• Engages in interactive communication. 

• Proficient in project management 

• Capable problem solver 

TOTAL COMPENSATION

We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, vacation, sick days, holidays, a 401(k)-retirement plan with a match, and fringe benefits.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT / TRAVEL: 

OFFICE: Up to 5%, and/or daily travel as business requires during scheduled work hours. 

DISCLAIMER: 

This job description is a summary and not meant to cover or include all tasks, duties, or responsibilities that the employee may be required to perform. These duties/responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.  

EEO STATEMENT: 

JHL Constructors is an EEO Employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, marital status or veteran status.