JR079 Estimator

Rycon Construction•Gastonia, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Rycon Construction is an employee-owned company (ESOP) that provides construction management, general contracting, design-build, and program management services nationwide. An ENR Top 400 Contractor, ENR Top 100 Green Contractor, and BD+C Top 150 Contractor with nine offices, Rycon specializes in new construction, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. From large-scale developments to small, fast-track interior fit-outs, Rycon is equipped to deliver a comprehensive range of services across all project types. Rycon’s portfolio includes projects in aviation, healthcare, higher education, industrial/warehouse, commercial, multi-unit residential, student housing, food service/dining, data centers/mission critical, retail, financial, self-storage, government/municipality, and LEED facilities. We have an in-house Architectural Finishes & Specialty Fabrication Division that ships/installs nationally. We are seeking an experienced construction Estimator at our Charlotte office.

Requirements

Minimum of five (5) years’ experience estimating commercial construction projects to include commercial new/ground up construction, interior renovation/tenant improvement and fit-out projects up to $75 million.
Must be experienced in quantity take-offs.
Must have the ability to read drawings and interpret specifications.
Computer skills required – On-Screen Takeoff, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with multiple bid styles (Lump Sum, Competitive Bid, Cost Plus and Negotiated/GMP) is desirable.
Experience with P6 is a bonus.
Knowledge of the southeastern market is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Calculate quantities and costs of construction items for estimating projects.
Research material, labor, and equipment pricing for cost estimating projects.
Participate in gathering of data to support market condition research, inclusive of but not limited to: construction economic, trends, current projects, contractor's availability and skill sets, labor force, and other miscellaneous contributions on aspects of construction.
Enter calculate and researched data into computer utilizing specific cost estimating software programs.
Assist in the scope of work of multiple trades to ensure nothing is missed for the project team.
Assist the estimating team with data conversions and analysis of cost estimating efforts in format and easily understandable.
Respond to common inquiries or issues from clients, regulatory agencies, or member of the business and general community at large.