Commercial Construction Estimator

Position Overview: Prepare portions of or complete contract proposal estimates for one or more disciplines, including the determination of applicable project plans and specifications. · Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate. · Prepare discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work. · Maintain files of working documents as back up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc. · May review design options and recommend best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials. · Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and man hour figures. · Review proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate. · Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work. · Lead and coordinate total estimating effort relevant to particular bid/project as assigned. · Maintain files of working documents as back up for estimates figures. · Interact with owner, A/E, and other contractors to provide engineering and cost data regarding project feasibility. · Follow awarded contracts as assigned, may include estimating extra work items, change orders, credits; procuring material, etc. · Works with the Senior Project Manager and VP to assign responsibilities on each project · Oversight of the Indiana estimating process for all projects including maintenance of standardized procedures, methods, and processes for estimating. · Works with Corporate office to prepare bid forms, request bid bonds, insurance, and coordinate delivery of bid documents between offices. · Develop and maintain project lead log for the Indiana Office. · Maintain prequalification for State, City & County Agencies · Solicit subcontractors and suppliers in support of project bids. · Attend outreach events in effort to identify subcontractor and bid opportunities · Provide complete detailed estimates for concrete work, structures, earthwork, piling, etc. · Provide technical support to personnel preparing discipline estimates for assigned bids. · Ensure all working documents and data are maintained to back-up estimate figures. · Track awarded contracts as required · Maintain subcontractor data base and develop positive relationships with subcontractors Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities · Ability to estimate all types of projects/contracts, plus ability to coordinate and lead an estimate. · Ability to take-off and price concrete projects. · Ability to take-off and price earthwork projects. · Comfortable working phones and discussing detailed scopes with subcontractors. · Must have excellent communication and organizational skills. · Understands and knows how to use spreadsheets. · Excellent analytical skills. · Ability to manage and prioritize simultaneous projects. · Flexibility and tolerance for constantly changing demands. · Thoroughness and detail oriented. · Must have a good command of the English language, both written and verbal. · Must have good communication skills, both written and verbal. · Must be able to comprehend an extensive variety of instructions, both oral and written. · Strong leadership and team player skills. · Strong computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets and databases. Requirements · , cost control and or engineering experience in the Construction environment · Ability to manage multiple projects and personnel simultaneously · Great communication and organizational skills · Proficient computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets and databases. #PSSDH