Commercial Estimator

• Create proposals for both simple and complex Request for Proposal offerings.
• Review and comment on all phases of construction documents to incorporate standards during the document development process.
• Receive and evaluate quotes for applicable scopes and alignment with bid documents.
• Ability to provide pricing based on conceptual plans.
• Qualify vendor proposals to ascertain scope duplication and/or omissions/exclusions.
• Continually develop and maintain relationships with client and vendor base and assist in maintaining contact and relationship records of those clients and vendors.
• Work, communicate and negotiate directly with vendors.
• Work with consultants to develop specifications for new projects, rehabilitation projects, and retrofits.
• Maintain a record of historical costs for use in developing preliminary cost estimates for projects.
• Directly prepare detailed quantity take-offs, and assign market-relevant cost factors to fully articulate preliminary/final construction cost estimates.
• Collaborate with the Pre-Construction team to fulfill project goals by negotiating/awarding projects to vendors (demonstrating proficient creativity, conflict resolution, and negotiating abilities).
• Draft/Negotiate written Scopes of Work for Subcontractors and Material Suppliers to establish clear expectations.
• Perform all other duties assigned and those that may be necessary to achieve company and departmental goals.

• Knowledge of building codes that are applicable to the scope of work.
• Strong technical expertise in all aspects of building construction, including all general trades, plumbing trades, mechanical trades, and electrical trades, with an emphasis on energy efficiency and lean construction techniques.
• High level of attention to detail and cost analysis.
• Excellent ability to read & interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Proficient use of computer and estimating software.
• Knowledge about means, methods, and materials used in Commercial construction to determine the most cost-effective type of construction for a project.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Must communicate well (written, verbal, and electronically) with clients, all levels of company staff, subcontracted vendors, and design professionals.
• Team Player
• Exceptional knowledge of building products, construction details, and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standards.

• Estimating experience with commercial projects.
• Degree in Construction Preferred
• 5+ years Estimating experience

• Exceptional Pay Package
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Insurance
• Work/Life Balance

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