Construction Estimator

WEAVER CONSULTANTS GROUP•Grand Rapids, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Anchor Construction is seeking an experienced construction professional to join their team and play a key role in helping bring projects from initial opportunity to successful execution. Anchor Construction has been an innovator in project administration and construction management since its founding. Their team of professionals serves clients from multiple office locations. From their Northern Indiana office, based in South Bend, their team provides project administration, construction management, civil/site engineering, and plan design services throughout the country.

Requirements

High School Diploma
At least 5-10 years of relevant experience with managing construction projects from kick off through completion
Proficiency with applications like Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Teams) and other industry specific software
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Must be a team player with strong organizational skills

Responsibilities

Put together project estimates, budgets, and project schedules
Upfront client communication on potential projects
Manage all aspects of putting together a SOQ for a potential project
Manage workload and tasks in a deadline driven environment
Go to pre-construction meetings, take notes, and ask questions that can be used to develop proposals
Remain part of a project during a “hand off” period to an Operations Project Manager, once we get the work
Call and solicit proposals from sub-contractors
Help build out and streamline our sales processes
Research and maintain knowledge of building application methods and materials
Manage subcontractor selection
Prepare and reviews construction proposals
Create construction budgets and schedules
Assist in developing and reviewing contract documents
Participate in project meetings
Understand client needs and requirements
Contribute to the Request for Information (RFI) process