Estimator II

Ryan Companies US, Inc.•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

Ryan Companies is hiring an Estimator II for our National Industrial team! The Estimator II position Provides estimating management and support during the preconstruction process. This position focuses on the creation and analysis of detailed cost information. Our Industrial team builds facilities such as high-tech manufacturing plants, laboratories, or biotech production sites with cleanrooms, R&D labs, or advanced manufacturing lines, integrating cutting-edge systems. Come join our team and lend your expertise!

Requirements

4 year engineering, architectural or management degree required, or experience in relevant field.
6+ years commercial construction experience.
Knowledge of construction means and methods and able to read and understand project plans.
Proficiency with CSI and Uniformat II work breakdown structures.
Be able to perform thoughtful and accurate quantity take offs, and summarize data in a meaningful way.
Knowledgeable in Microsoft Excel.
Knowledge of design-build, CM at Risk, and best-value processes.
Able to teach skills and knowledge to others.
Knowledge of construction means and methods, building types, and procurement methods.
Able to listen, prioritize, and value the opinions of others.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of OST, Bluebeam, VICO, Navisworks, and Revit a plus.
Knowledge of construction means and methods, building types, and procurement methods.
Are proficient with CSI and Uniformat II work breakdown structures.
Can perform thoughtful and accurate quantity take-offs and then summarize data for comparison and evaluation.
Demonstrate working knowledge of DESTINI Estimator, Microsoft Excel, OST, JOIN, BuildingConnected and Bluebeam.
Communicate proactively and effectively, and focus on customer needs, expectations, and satisfaction.
Display a high level of professionalism, honesty, and integrity.
Have experience with commercial industrial and/or sitework estimating.

Responsibilities

Work with preconstruction managers, project managers, and other estimators to develop accurate and timely conceptual and detailed estimates.
Perform quantity take-offs of all construction systems.
Solicit subcontractor pricing for budgeting and bidding events.
Scope, select and recommend subcontractors based on best value and project requirements.
Create and monitor project estimate updates with the evolution and refinement of project scope.
Champion data integrity through consistent archiving of estimates and tracking historic costs.
Support the development, architecture, and construction teams with preconstruction expertise including cost validation, value design, preconstruction project schedule input, procurement lead times, and project pursuit assistance.
Support, review, and provide feedback on project estimates created by the project managers and other estimators.
Assist and mentor new estimators, project managers, and preconstruction engineers.
Assist clients and developers with conceptual budgets, capable of cost modeling using Uniformat II system costs.