Construction Estimator

HILLS Properties•Blue Ash, OH

12d

About The Position

The Construction Estimator position holds a key focus for accurate quantity takeoffs, cost modeling, creation, production and execution of reliable estimates for large scale multifamily projects and includes all facets of construction from site to finishes. In addition to core estimating responsibilities, the role includes supporting procurement and buyout activities to ensure estimates translate cleanly into executed contracts, pricing strategies, and field execution. What We Offer You: At HILLS we’re committed to attracting, advancing and empowering the next generation of leaders in our industry. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including: Exceptional and Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options Company Paid Holidays and Paid Time-Off 401(k) with a Generous Company Match (100% Match on the First 5% of Salary Deferred) which is automatically 100% vested Paid Parental Leave (After 12 Months of Service) Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Apartment Discount at our Luxury Community Career Designation Opportunities Exclusive Discounts Through HILLS Vitality Partners Wellness Initiative Program – HILLS HERO: Helping Empower Real Opportunities Bonus Opportunity Established in 1958 by Murray Guttman, HILLS Properties is a family-owned company headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. Today, HILLS is celebrating 65 years of excellence and is excited to be a growing company within our industry. We recognize we would not be celebrating our achievements if it weren't for our talented and devoted teams! Take a moment and apply today! Internal candidates also encouraged to apply. EOE/DFW/EHO

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in construction industry
Experience in construction estimating
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (with advanced knowledge in Excel)
Highly proficient in reading construction blueprints and documents.
Highly detail oriented with ability to perform detailed analysis
Knowledge of multifamily construction
Proficiency in Procore
Skilled in estimating software applications such as Planswift, Sage, and Bluebeam

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing quantity estimates for the Plans provided from Schematic Design to Construction Documents
Assist in providing Unit Price information for items to be purchased
Responsible for meeting deadlines set on Site Cost Estimates, Hard Cost Estimates and any other miscellaneous special projects
Responsible for regularly updating Site Cost Estimates and Hard Cost Estimates as bids are received and work with the team to develop Anchor Estimates for Job Cost Reports
Create and maintain Contractor & Vendor Historical Pricing Database
Add new purchase and product information to Historical Pricing Database
Identify appropriate contractors and vendors for projects
Assist in verifying change orders proposed by Contractors and Vendors
Assist in summarizing data to prepare reports and build comparison grids to enhance decision making and business processes
Make recommendations for cost-saving techniques regarding materials and construction procedures
Conduct ongoing market research on the following: supply chain, product availability, product pricing, vendors, and estimating accuracy for forecasting project needs
As directed, assist with turnover of project deliverables from the preconstruction team to construction/field-operations team with appropriate handoff meetings and documentation.
Assist with the solicitation, review and approval of bids, contracts, scopes of work, submittals, RFI’s, change orders, etc.
Support purchasing efforts as needed in the review, research, data collection and analysis of proposals/contracts, as well as maintaining proper filing of documents
Make periodic field visits to familiarize with products, troubleshoot issues, and evaluate estimates
Field questions from field personnel, contractors, and vendors
Develop and refine estimating standards, rules, and definitions
Stay current with industry software
Backfill additional estimator workload as business needs require

Benefits

Exceptional and Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
Company Paid Holidays and Paid Time-Off
401(k) with a Generous Company Match (100% Match on the First 5% of Salary Deferred) which is automatically 100% vested
Paid Parental Leave (After 12 Months of Service)
Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
Apartment Discount at our Luxury Community
Career Designation Opportunities
Exclusive Discounts Through HILLS Vitality Partners
Wellness Initiative Program – HILLS HERO: Helping Empower Real Opportunities
Bonus Opportunity