About The Position

This position is with the Department of Corrections’ Corrections Construction Unit, and the main administrative office is based in Powhatan, Virginia. Actively participate in the productive, effective and cost-efficient delivery of programs and services which support and enhance field operations to achieve the goals, mission and vision of the Department. Position serves as a Senior Construction Estimator and Project Manager for the Corrections Construction Unit. Construction Cost Estimators collect and analyze data for review and interpretation of professionally prepared plans, specifications and contract documents and prepare highly detailed materials and labor takeoff providing cost estimates of construction in multiple construction trades disciplines. As a part of the project management team, the estimator assists in preparation of project work scopes and material bid packages and work in progress site visit review.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid Driver’s License.
  • Experience performing commercial construction project estimation.
  • Skill in reading and interpreting commercial construction drawings and specifications as prepared by a Professional Architect or Engineering firm in all CSI divisions.
  • Strong familiarity with drafting standards and symbols.
  • Skills in preparation of specification materials requisitions.
  • Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office Programs.
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with others both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to travel alone to job sites to gather information on materials needed, labor requirements, and other information as required.

Nice To Haves

  • VCCO, Virginia Construction Contracting Officer certification.
  • CPE, Certified Professional Estimator certification.
  • CCM Certified Construction Manager certification.
  • Official Land Disturber Certification.

Responsibilities

  • Collect and analyze data for review and interpretation of professionally prepared plans, specifications and contract documents.
  • Prepare highly detailed materials and labor takeoff providing cost estimates of construction in multiple construction trades disciplines.
  • Assist in preparation of project work scopes and material bid packages.
  • Conduct work in progress site visit reviews.
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