Position purpose

The Cost Estimator, will generate and manage estimates required for pre-construction and bidding efforts. The Cost Estimator provides estimates, budget control, bid coverage and procurement projects and potential projects during pre-construction and construction phases of a project and across all scopes, systems, and assemblies. Estimates vary from conceptual to lump sum bids. Ability to complete full quantity take-offs to support accurate estimates for all disciplines in commercial projects including, but not limited to civil and site work, structural, concrete, envelope, finishes, mechanical, and electrical. A complete understanding of the interrelationship of the cost of labor, material, equipment, and productivity in the unit costs used at each level of an estimate is expected.

Duties and responsibilities

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Scope of work-Reviews construction documents and understands scope of work. Develop project specific trade scopes. Knowledge of rules and regulations for Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
• Quantity Take-offs-Executes quantity take-offs of construction documents.
• Manage Trade Coverage-Manage subcontractor database and contact information.
• Communication -Manage communications with design team, subcontractors, and in-house staff. Obtains cost proposals from subcontractors. Informs the immediate supervisor of any observed inaccuracies or omissions in quoted items or computer database.
• Preparation of Cost Analysis-Prepares cost analysis in computer by outlining material, labor, equipment, subcontractor and overhead costs incurred in the installation of items and organizing them on company server.
• Bid Process Leadership-Lead project estimate process. Oversight of trade bid list and coverage. Complete final bid for review with Director of Estimating.
• Presentations-Prepare estimate presentations, special studies, budget control reports and estimating documents for projects and client presentations.
• Estimating- Where predetermined standard(s) are not available, makes an estimate.
• Resource Development and Maintenance-Develops and maintains resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, government requirements, etc.
• Attends departmental meetings as required.
• Supervision- Supervises support staff and provides mentoring/training to ensure progress growth of skill set in Estimating.
• Analysis-Analyzes architectural blueprints. Understanding of GC’s, GR’s and project specific requirements. Edit/amend trade specific boiler plate template scopes.
• Knowledgeable and able to operate computer programs including RS Means, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Excel & Word.
• May visit field of active projects.
• Represents Company- Exemplify 8-koi’s Core Values, personifying Passion, Excellence, Dependability, Thoughtfulness and foster that behavior in project team.

Qualifications

• May be required to obtain US Government Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management architecture, engineering or equivalent.
• 5 years’ experience with the bid process, working on estimates including conceptual, ground up and major projects.
• Mastery of super structure, site and MEP trades, and AHJ.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and applicable estimating software
• Additional Eligibility Qualifications
• Must provide examples of preconstruction projects.
• Must provide examples of successful competitive bids.
• Ability to effectively execute in a high demand environment
• Ability to multi-task and work independently, and have a sharp attention to detail
• Ability to put together a professional presentation

Working conditions

Working conditions typically are within an office environment.

Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines.

Maybe sitting or standing for extended periods of time.

May work temporarily in an outdoor environment.

May be required to traverse program sites unaided which may include ladders, stairs, disturbed earth, trenches and uneven walking surfaces.

May also include entrance into confined areas, elevated surfaces

May include working in extreme weather conditions.

Some travel may be required for the purpose of meeting with clients, stakeholders, or offsite personnel and management

Physical requirements

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other devices and objects.

Physically able to participate in training sessions, presentations, and meeting

Must be able to wear and work in personal protective equipment as per program requirements.

Various programs may include other requirements in additions to those listed above.

Normal office environment mobility; sitting, walking, bending, stooping, standing, lifting a maximum of 25 pounds (greater than 25 pounds requires a two-person lift), turning, pushing.