Construction Estimator – Vertical Construction - VAI Resort

Fisher Industries•Glendale, AZ

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Estimator – Vertical Construction will work with construction staff in the review of project plans, requirements and specifications for large heavy civil projects. This position requires extensive knowledge of construction means and methods, costs and engineering principles. We offer a competitive market-based salary and comprehensive benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
2+ years of construction experience
Private and public works sector experience
Experience working on large multi-million-dollar projects
Advanced computers skills with MS Office
Knowledge of construction costs and engineering principles
Familiarity of all aspects of horizontal and infrastructure projects
Well organized, flexible, detail oriented and ability to multi-task
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strenuous walking and wearing protective personal protective equipment
Able to work in hot or cold outdoor temperatures and job site conditions

Responsibilities

Gather, calculate, and compile data and information from quantity surveys, plans and specifications to use in preparing an overall estimate or portion of an estimate under general supervision
Review project specifications, drawings, attend meetings to understand scope of work and required contents of estimate
Responsible for advanced quantity surveys and quantification of select subcontractor trades
Prepare scopes of work with suppliers and subcontractors for review project managers
Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity reports, etc., into unit and man-hour figures
Analyze quotes
Maintain Budget Status log
Analyze value engineering
Foster positive internal relationships with project teams' safety, operations, and accounting
Develop and maintain positive relationships with owners, architects, subcontractors, and suppliers
Attend meetings as directed with architect and/or owner to gather and disseminate information regarding projects
Perform other duties as assigned