Estimator/Preconstruction Project Manager

Giffin & Crane•Santa Barbara, CA

About The Position

Giffin & Crane’s Estimating/Preconstruction Management team leads new projects from the initial idea through the start of construction. The Estimator/Preconstruction Project Manager works with clients, consultants, G&C principals, and other key participants to develop projects through preconstruction and ensure a successful handoff to the build team. The role includes developing preliminary estimates and detailed construction scope-of-work estimates, performing takeoffs and unit-cost analysis, coordinating subcontractor scopes and project meetings, evaluating bids, creating construction schedules, maintaining historical cost data, and managing preconstruction documentation and communications using Procore.

Requirements

  • Custom residential construction experience.
  • Attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • High levels of honesty, integrity, and responsibility.
  • Strong verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and communicate drawings.
  • Strong sense of caring professionalism.
  • Strong written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Procore.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat.
  • A vehicle and valid driver’s license are required.
  • A background check will be required.

Responsibilities

  • Work with Giffin & Crane’s estimating team to develop projects from initial client meetings through the start of construction.
  • Compile preliminary estimates throughout project development, leading to detailed and accurate construction scope-of-work estimates.
  • Perform detailed takeoffs and unit-cost analysis.
  • Develop detailed and coordinated subcontractor scope outlines.
  • Coordinate field site visits with subcontractors, suppliers, and supervisors.
  • Coordinate meetings with clients and consultants.
  • Read and interpret plans and develop RFIs.
  • Analyze, compare, and evaluate subcontractor bids.
  • Build detailed construction schedules using Microsoft Project.
  • Analyze, maintain, and track historical cost data from completed projects.
  • Manage documents, drawings, and communications throughout the preconstruction phase using Procore.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Participation in the company incentive program
  • 401(k) plan
  • Profit sharing
  • Mileage reimbursement
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