JR119 Estimator

Rycon Construction•Philadelphia, PA

15d•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 Philadelphia office.

Requirements

Minimum of three (3) years experience estimating the construction and renovation of larger commercial and institutional buildings.
Must be experienced in quantity take-offs.
Must have the ability to read drawings and interpret specifications.
Computer skills required – Microsoft Project, MC2, Planswift, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the Philadelphia market is preferred, but not required.
College degree 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 economics, trends, current projects, contractor's availability and skill sets, labor force, and other miscellaneous contributions on aspects of construction.
Enter calculated and researched data into specific cost estimating software programs.
Assist in developing the scope of work of multiple trades to ensure the entire scope of the project is bought out for the project team.
Assist the estimating team with data conversions and analysis of cost estimating efforts.
Respond to common inquiries or issues from clients, regulatory agencies, or members of the business and general community at large.