Estimator

TMG Construction•Richmond, VA

1d•$96,000 - $113,000•Onsite

About The Position

TMG’s Estimator I is a position whose responsibilities encompass the development of cost estimates for civil and building projects typically valued in the $1m to $20m range. TMG’s Estimator I reports to the Senior Estimator, and his or her efforts are to work with TMG’s various project teams to provide dedicated estimating subject matter expertise to develop cost estimates for the larger design-bid-build and design-build projects that TMG pursues. Scope of Estimator Position Assist in all aspects of developing cost estimates and other pre-construction related services for civil and building projects with an approximate volume of $1 -$20 million that results in an annual capture of $10 to $20 million of new contracts at a selling price that covers all direct job costs, TMG overhead, and a responsible profit to the organization. Essential Functions of Estimator Position Working knowledge of several disciplines, such as civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical, and the capacity to understand unique project requirements. Good analytical skills and the ability to effectively use a variety of estimating, scheduling, and reporting software tools. The ability to effectively communicate with management, subcontractors, customers, and peer group. Ability to travel to different job sites within a designated geographical area.

Requirements

B.S. degree in engineering or construction management with 2-4 years of experience with a commercial and/or industrial general contractor or 5-7 years of directly related experience with no degree;
Demonstrated experience estimating and managing self-performed work activities and subcontracted work;
A solid working knowledge of construction means and methods associated with the renovation of commercial and institutional buildings and site work related thereto;
Must be able to lift and handle 50-pound objects;
Must be fully mobile and capable of walking job sites, climbing ladders and stairs multiple times daily to inspect work, direct subcontractors and TMG’s own field forces, and assure safety and quality control;
Must have a clean driving record to facilitate getting materials from suppliers when necessary.
Detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to organize and manage detailed analysis;
Proficiency with spreadsheets, email, and other software used in the construction industry;

Nice To Haves

A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in government contracting is preferred but not required;

Responsibilities

Create detailed cost estimates that are organized by CSI and arranged to follow the pricing format required by the project;
Assist in the scoping of the projects to create the estimate summary and outsourcing strategy;
Develop Statements of Work / Scope Summary Sheets for all bid packages required for each project through direct and indirect effort, including involving TMG operations personnel to make sure the scopes are complete;
Facilitate outreach to subcontractor and supply community directly and indirectly by delegating outsourcing responsibility to others to obtain no less than three proposals for each bid package;
Visit project work sites, participate in pre-proposal meetings, clarify scope of work, and prepare RFI’s;
Assist in the evaluation of projects for constructability and value-engineer cost savings;
Work closely with TMG project operations personnel and other stakeholders to develop strategy, competitive differentiation, and an overall understanding of the project;
Develop and manage the pre-proposal RFI process and list of clarifications and exceptions to TMG’s offer;
Work with TMG’s Contract Administrator to prequalify subcontractors to manage risk;
Participate in subcontractor outreach activities to understand and nurture TMG’s relationship with our supply chain;
Understand and seek out specialty subcontractors and suppliers that fulfill the unique requirements of the project that we pursue;
Develop and/or manage the development of a preliminary bid schedule;
Understand Division 01 requirements and develop the General Conditions for the project;
Develop self-performed estimates for the trades that we choose to self-perform;
Work closely with subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders through the bid process to understand and capture the complete scope of each trade in the scope summary sheets and the estimate at large;
Assist in the process of subcontractor and supplier pricing to develop TMG’s final selling price and offer;
Understand and assist in managing TMG’s risk as part of the proposal preparation process;
Participate in negotiating final scope, price, and other terms;
Summarize the estimate into the accounting budget and turn over the project to operations via a deliberate process;
On occasion, negotiate subcontracts and purchase orders to ensure that all project goals are being addressed;