Estimator- Commercial

Big-D Construction•Boise, ID

2h•Onsite

About The Position

At McAlvain, we are looking for specific attributes that fit our culture. Candidates are required to have certain inherent character traits for all positions within the organization. Our primary focus is centered around the traits of the PERSON. Secondary to that are the technical requirements of the job. Understanding the position being applied for is important but if the attributes below do not match your character, McAlvain will not be the right employer for you. The right kind of person is vital to us because we are constantly challenging ourselves to elevate our potential. McAlvain has an opportunity for a Commercial Estimator to join their team of professionals in Boise, ID.

Requirements

Ability to identify, understand and resolve complex issues
Support client expectations and needs
Excellent computer skills, typing, Microsoft Office Suite, and Bluebeam
Consistently produces accurate work and has excellent attention to detail
Excellent time management skills
Result oriented
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Works well in a team environment
Maintains industry knowledge and awareness of current market conditions
Willingness to learn and grow professionally
Bachelor degree in construction management or engineering
2+ years’ experience as an Estimator for a commercial general contractor
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Construction field experience preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain a high-level of general technical construction knowledge such as building types, building codes, building systems, LEED/sustainable design and construction, etc.
Attend and actively participate in design and other project meetings, both with the client and the A/E
Develop a project specific Request For Proposal for distribution to subcontractors including but not limited to, instructions to bidders, contract documents, logistics, phasing, schedule, bid forms for pricing and schedule, and a list of documents
Defines work scope solicit and select subcontractors
Proficient in quantity takeoffs and organizing and assembling estimates
Successful in hard bidding projects, organizing scopes of work and bid evaluation
Proficient in conceptual estimating through the CM Process (Program, Schematic, DD, CD, etc) working with architects and engineers in design, successful in managing the construction budget.
Understands means and methods of construction.
Understands CPM Scheduling.
Clearly communicates with Subcontractors schedule expectations.
Knows unit costs of different construction materials and labor
Knows overall SF cost of construction for different building types
Knows typical/average system costs for multiple building types, i.e. foundations, substructure, superstructure, exterior skin, roofing, interiors, etc.
Understands Value Analysis process and can lead a working sessions
Ability to develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors
Leads preconstruction to operations turnover meetings
Manage multiple projects at a time
Proficient in presenting estimates to a client.
Participates in forecast meetings and tracks budget vs. actual costs through construction
Proficient in financial risk management
Supports Big-D’s mission and values as well as all policies and procedures
Set a good example within the team