Job Description

Essential Job Functions:

Bid Preparation

• Review and thoroughly evaluate potential project requests for proposals.

Change Management

• Evaluate change requests from clients, architects, and engineers to determine the impact on project costs, timelines, and resources. Provide accurate and timely cost estimates for proposed changes.

Materials Procurement

• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to source and procure construction materials at competitive prices. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends and material costs to ensure cost-effective purchasing.

Plan Reading & Scope Analysis

• Interpret construction plans and specifications to understand project requirements and the scope of work.
• Identify potential discrepancies, challenges, and opportunities in plans.

Project Scheduling

• Create detailed MS Project schedules to accurately estimate general conditions costs.
• Collaborate with PM’s and Superintendents to develop project sequencing and trade durations.

Cost Analysis

• Conduct thorough cost analysis by factoring in labor, materials, equipment, overhead, and other relevant expenses.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in estimating methods.

Communication

• Collaborate effectively with project teams, clients, architects, and subcontractors to gather information, clarify project details, and communicate estimates and potential cost implications.

Documentation

• Maintain organized and detailed records of estimates, bids, change orders, and material procurement.
• Ensure all documentation adheres to company standards and protocols.

Continuous Improvement

• Proactively seek opportunities to enhance estimating processes, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging technologies related to construction estimating.

Qualifications

• Estimating experience in luxury residential and or high-end retail / hospitality construction.
• Bachelor’s degree or certification in a construction related academic discipline preferred, but not required.
• Self-Starter with the ability to build new processes/procedures.
• Advanced proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Advanced understanding of construction materials means and methods, market trends, and vendor relationships.
• Advanced knowledge of computer software including but not limited to MS Excel, MS Project, Procore, Onscreen Takeoff & Bluebeam
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

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