Estimator and Assistant Project Manager

Chapman Construction/Design•Newton, MA

2d•$80,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Chapman provides sustainable construction management and consulting services to forward-looking corporate, education, healthcare, life sciences, and manufacturing clients. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture and provide equitable opportunities for employees to develop their skills. This role provides comprehensive support to project management and field staff on commercial construction projects from inception to closeout. The position involves estimating complex jobs, including conceptual estimates, negotiated work, bid work, budgets, general conditions, value engineering, and managing subcontractor relations. It also involves assisting with a broad range of project management activities to ensure projects are completed within time and budget parameters, coordinating with project management, field, and accounting staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
Minimum of 3 years experience in construction industry
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Experience with estimating software, including on screen take off
Experience working with project management software
Understanding of market conditions and their impact on pricing
Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Ability to communicate professionally with tact and diplomacy
Ability to identify process improvements and create efficiencies
High attention to detail with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Demonstrate a commitment to continued professional development through company-sponsored training, continuing education, coursework, seminars, and industry certifications
Complete OSHA 30-Hour training within one year of employment
Maintain necessary training certifications, including First Aid/CPR

Nice To Haves

Experience with Procore Contruction Management software
Experience with CAD and/or BIM
Experience managing the financial components of projects

Responsibilities

Build and maintain relationships with clients, design teams, and subcontractors to understand project requirements and expectations.
Review drawings, specifications, proposals, and related documentation to develop a comprehensive understanding of project scope.
Perform quantity take-offs and apply unit pricing for material and labor to establish a value for the work.
Identify scope gaps, clarifications, and opportunities through document review and coordination with owners and design teams.
Prepare value engineering recommendations and cost-saving alternatives.
Assist with generating project budgets and proposals.
Assist with generating construction schedules, including pre-construction and long lead activities.
Create and thoroughly review pre-construction RFIs prior to submission to the owner/design team.
Prepare qualifications and assumptions for the estimate.
Prepare cost comparisons/reconcile with previous estimates.
Coordinate subcontractor solicitation, bidding and selection process.
Review and qualify subcontractor proposals to ensure complete scope coverage.
Conduct subcontractor site walk-throughs.
Ensure quality control of bids and estimates.
Prepare in-house budgets and GMPs.
Generate and track project activities, subcontractors, progress, and changes across multiple platforms.
Perform project document control: manage/organize/distribute electronic documents for field & office staff (drawings, addenda, bulletins, sketches, RFIs, submittals, safety meetings, etc.).
Track and organize subcontractor documentation, including subcontracts, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
Apply for building permits.
Attend weekly meetings, prepare meeting minutes, and distribute to project teams.
Generate, maintain, and update project directories.
Escalate concerns, issues, or delays related to project work, subcontractor performance, or other activities that may impact project completion.
Review and compile subcontractor change order pricing and supporting documentation for PM review.
Generate subcontracts for final approval by PM staff.
Assist with updating construction schedules.
Generate project pay applications for final approval by PM staff.
Coordinate and collect affidavits, test reports, and required documentation for final inspections/project close out; assemble as-built packages.
Attend business development events, client interviews, and project presentations as a company representative.
Assist with onboarding, training, and mentoring team members.
Perform other functions as required.