Project Estimator

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Project Estimator to join our growing organization.

Job Duties

At JDL Corporate Interiors, Inc., Project Estimators are responsible for the following:

Review blueprints/drawings to understand general project scope

Review blueprints/drawings for missing information and generate RFIs

Select which subcontractors are needed

Identify any specialty items and seek out associated vendors

Send invitation to bid and to the appropriate subcontractors

Answer scope questions from subcontractors and accurately communicate scope

Review subcontractor questions and determine when additional information is needed to supplement the drawings – send associated RFI's

Attend client walkthroughs and serve as a competent representative of the company

Collaborate with other members of the Estimating Department, Project Managers and JDL Management team to ensure all project timelines are met and client satisfaction is achieved

Demonstrate and maintain effective and open dialogue with the project team regarding changes in work, job conditions, subcontractor relations, and any deviation in the direction of the project during the bidding phase

Promote positive subcontractor relations by dealing professionally and fairly with all subcontractors and vendors instilling this philosophy at all times

Develop comprehensive understanding of project strategy and commitments including financial goals, scheduling, logistics, phasing, milestones, inspections

Review subcontractor proposals as they are submitted to ensure the following:

Scope is covered in its entirety

Any and all "ADD/ALTS" are properly broken out as necessary by the trades

Competently compile pricing that covers required scope that ensured JDL will be competitive on pricing

Coherently review scope and pricing with clients

Budgeting Responsibilities

Effectively manage client expectations on timing

Review a fit plan (limited information) and extrapolate what work is required

Communicate with clients to ensure expectations are aligned (re: the construction of the space)

Perform quantity takeoffs

Review existing site conditions and determine any related concerns

Input takeoffs into budget – review values against past experience/historical cost

Job Requirements

1-5 years of estimating/construction experience

The ideal candidate is someone that can assist the Estimating department immediately and needs little to no training to make valuable contributions

Training and mentoring and development of the candidate will take place throughout as their career progresses at JDL

Benefits

Working at JDL Corporate Interiors, Inc. is a unique experience unrivaled in the industry. We consider our employees the winning strategy in our company's success. JDL Corporate Interiors, Inc. Project Estimators work on extraordinary and cutting-edge projects with elite local clients that seek us for our expertise.

We offer very competitive benefits, including:

Health Care Plans (Medical, & Dental)

Retirement Plan (401k, Roth)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Flexible Spending Accounts for medical, dependents, parking and transit

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Training & Development

Team building

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent