Construction Estimator

Job Description

A nationwide commercial construction company is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator. In our unique business model, we produce our estimates in response to invites to bid from current and past clients.

This important position is responsible for successfully bidding commercial renovation construction projects that encompass several trades. Duties include collecting and analyzing project information and requests for proposals. Prepares cost estimates, take-offs, bids and proposals based upon project specifics that are typically sent to us in document format. This includes identifying project timelines and probable costs of materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs for construction projects based on contract bids, quotations, drawings, and other specifications. Although rare, they may also perform project site visits to gather information. This position has high interaction with internal and external stakeholders. It requires strong communication skills, strong organizational skills, high accuracy, a keen eye for details, in a fast-paced environment.

Reviews pre-bid activities and performs cost estimates for construction projects as assigned. Performs bid document review and completion; take offs; and bid prep. Requires a highly professional and organized individual who can work in a fast-paced construction business environment. Also interacts with potential new vendors, subcontractors and clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications to determine scope of work

Perform quantity take-offs and formulate material costs

Solicitation of bids and prepare detailed estimates for projects, including material and labor

Send RFPs to vendors and accumulate bids

Maintain project related documents such as bid list, contractual agreements and RFP's

Assist and collaborate with Project Management staff in post contract award phase

Although rare, the ability to travel on occasion to attend site visits

Will assist in the maintenance of the Estimating database with current pricing, adding new items on a quarterly basis or more frequently as needed

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Extensive experience with take-off software

Extensive experience or exposure to reading blueprints and integrating written scope

This position requires the ability to work long periods of sitting while working on the computer.

Strong MS Office skills, specifically Project, Excel, Word and Adobe

Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong math skills

Prior knowledge of project management systems

Organized, efficient and reliable

Ability to stay on track with frequent interruptions

Ability to prioritize tasks and multi-task effectively

Ability to complete assignments under tight deadlines

Ability to effectively respond to questions regarding bids

Great follow up skills

Ability to be flexible

Ability to work independently AND with a team

Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively deal and work with multiple stakeholders

Superior time management skills

Proven track record of establishing a positive working environment with regular communication and feedback

Qualifications and Required Experience/ Training:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

5+ years of progressive related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Extensive knowledge of construction, materials, construction jargon, costing, and scheduling

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have working knowledge of Take-off software; Database software; Project Scheduling software; and Spreadsheet softwareCompany Description

We are a nationwide commercial construction renovation company based out of Boise, Idaho.

Full-time