We are seeking an experienced Estimator, Program Lead for our Preconstruction Team. Estimators are responsible for accurately determining the total costs associated with a construction project by executing a detailed line-item budget for each trade. The ideal candidate must have an acute attention to detail and demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with fixed deadlines.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed conceptual budgets and estimating from pre-construction, concept design, schematic design and design development documents
- Execute detailed take-offs of all trades. Initiate and manage entire bid process (construction management and general contractor) inclusive of preparation of detailed bid package
- Ensure accurate and proper submissions & proposals by all subcontractors
- National, regional, and local subcontractor acquisition and prequalification for projects in new markets throughout the Northeast
- Facilitate review and presentation of bids to internal project management partners and clients
- Partnership with other Estimators and Estimating Coordinators supporting the Programs team to ensure accuracy and consistency of all bids
- Collaboration with Project Managers to develop scope sheets and leveling sheets
- Development of relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal partners
- Collaborate with engineers, architects, clients, and subcontractors
- Work collaboratively with field team to communicate deliverables and procurement schedules
- Level subcontractor bid proposals for accuracy and scope gaps
- Prepare scope of work documentation by division
- Attend and lead subcontractor calls and meetings as needed
- Conduct on-site walk-throughs as needed
Qualifications and Experience:
- 6+ years of experience in budgeting and Estimating for commercial construction projects.
- Experience with open store remodels and store expansions for national big box retailers along with knowledge of multi-shift schedules
- Experience with GMAX and/or GMP bidding strategies
- Comprehensive subcontractor qualification and leveling
- Proven ability to compile complete estimates and hard bid packages with trade breakdowns
- Procurement and MS Project scheduling experience
- Strong presentation skills and ability to lead or participate in meetings with subcontractors, clients, owners, and architects as needed
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and deliver on deadlines for multiple concurrent projects
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Demonstrated proficiency in reading commercial construction plans and specifications
- Ability to value-engineer a project
- College degree preferred or comparable professional experience
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong knowledge of MS Project, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Procore, On-Screen Takeoff, and Building Connected experience preferred
