BIM Estimator

Rosendin•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The BIM Estimator is responsible for preparing estimates for all Corporate BIM Modeling and Coordination efforts. The BIM Estimator develops BIM estimates by reviewing current BIM production rates, bid specifications, drawings and BIM requirements documents.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field.
Minimum 3 years’ experience estimating commercial construction projects.
Advanced knowledge of assigned discipline, construction technology, estimating techniques.
Perform arithmetic calculations required for estimating.
Read and interpret construction design drawings and contract documents.
Solve practical problems using a variety of specific variables in situations where limited standardization may exist or require variance.
Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, etc.) with advanced knowledge of Excel; Oracle preferred, PowerBi or Sharepoint a plus.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary.
Work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
Oral and written communication skills as required for the position.
Self−motivated, proactive and an effective team player.
Interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others.

Nice To Haves

Electrical construction and/or BIM estimating experience preferred.
Relevant experience in Accubid and Enterprise software.
Familiarity with VDC software a plus.
Can be a combination of education, training and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Review proposal specifications along with schedules, drawings and BIM execution plans when available to determine scope of Modeling and Coordination.
Prepare BIM estimates by inputting construction estimate takeoff quantities into custom BIM estimating worksheets and software.
Review final BIM estimate for accuracy and completeness.
Update scope inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications on the BIM Estimate proposal.
Incorporate prefab scope and subcontract work into BIM estimate as requested.
Provide the BIM Manager a preliminary BIM estimate for review.
Apply recommended changes and issue formal BIM estimate to the construction group.
Participate in BIM Start−up meetings as required to provide any further explanation needed on the estimate for the successful BIM Modeling and Coordination of the project.
Maintain files of working documents in a shared location as back−up for estimates.
Prepare all change orders, revisions and scope breakout pricing associated with Modeling and Coordination on the project when submitted through the company portal.
Utilize estimating dashboard to review actual modeling production rates and update estimating rates periodically to be in line with current performance.
Maintain agenda for weekly BIM estimating meeting.
Utilize estimate request log to track cost of BIM estimating work being performed and transferred to projects or divisions.
Ensure the estimate is produced before specified due date and competitively priced with respect to region, industry, design type and historical projects of similar characteristics.