Construction Estimator

GHD Group Pty Ltd•Houston, TX

4d•Remote

About The Position

GHD is seeking a Construction Estimator to provide preconstruction services to clients. The role involves cost estimating and assembling complete, detailed estimating packages; preparing conceptual or budgetary estimates; identifying cost-saving strategies; and coordinating, reviewing, and analyzing subcontractor bids. The position may be remote, with periodic check-ins at local offices, and requires travel to job sites throughout the country from time to time. The Construction Estimator works on large and complex construction projects, supporting design-build, construction management, and conceptual estimating efforts. The role coordinates estimating teams and bid processes, helps establish project controls, supports design decisions, and prepares proposals and technical deliverables. The successful candidate works with interdisciplinary engineering and construction teams, subcontractors, clients, and other internal and external partners.

Requirements

At least 10 years of construction experience, including at least 5 years in estimating.
Knowledge of lump-sum, unit-price, construction management, and conceptual estimating projects.
Exposure to AutoCAD, Trimble, and HCSS Estimating and Management Software.
Understanding of CPM scheduling with Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.
Ability to visualize the general intent of incomplete drawings and develop value-engineering alternatives.
Strong work ethic, organization, and attention to detail, with the ability to work both independently and on a team.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead projects and interact with key internal and external partners.
Ability to work as part of a large project team that includes interdisciplinary engineers and construction superintendents.
Ability and willingness to travel throughout the country to job sites from time to time.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Construction Management is preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Analyze, review, and interpret engineering contracts, plans, and specifications to develop detailed construction estimates for large, complex projects.
Develop bid strategies and lead and execute proposal processes for various project and contract types.
Conduct site visits to assess conditions, determine scope and execution details, and identify unusual problems or conditions.
Coordinate estimating team activities; review and approve estimates; maintain records; and guide team members.
Support estimates and technical deliverables for design-build, construction management, and conceptual estimating projects.
Establish and maintain project controls during estimating, preconstruction, and delivery phases.
Assist with tender evaluations and present and defend estimates to senior management.
Prepare written proposals and provide value engineering solutions, including cost and schedule implications.
Assist project teams with design decisions and solution development.
Represent GHD to subcontractors by managing the estimating process, including bid solicitation and constructability input.
Coordinate bid efforts, process RFIs, and interface between bidding communities and design team members on negotiated projects.
Assist with developing and training estimating staff and work with the Marketing department to prepare responses to RFPs and RFQs.
Travel to job sites throughout the country from time to time.