Estimator

Consigli Construction•Hartford, CT

9d•$100,000 - $138,000

About The Position

The Estimator estimates complex and large-scale jobs, including conceptual estimates, negotiated bids, budgets, general conditions, systems studies and comparisons, and value engineering. The role maintains subcontractor relationships and stays abreast of industry developments applicable to estimating. It ensures the estimating process runs smoothly and efficiently and that client expectations are exceeded throughout projects. The Estimator builds relationships with clients, designers, and subcontractors to understand their needs and expectations, and facilitates collaboration and communication among team members and stakeholders. The position also participates in business development activities, presentations, and interviews.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in the estimating field.
8 or more years of experience in construction.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Proficiency in specialized estimating software.
Understanding of how market conditions influence pricing.
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Highly developed sense of professional ethics.
Ability to work both on a team and independently.
Ability to communicate effectively with tact and diplomacy.
Demonstrated ability to improve processes and create efficiencies.
High attention to detail.
Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to multitask and self-prioritize.

Responsibilities

Ensure the estimating process runs smoothly and efficiently and that client expectations are exceeded throughout projects.
Build relationships to understand client, designer, and subcontractor needs and expectations.
Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects.
Facilitate collaboration among team members and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
Participate in business development activities, presentations, and interviews.
Prepare quantity take-offs and apply unit pricing for materials and labor to establish a value for the work.
Understand the full scope of projects through document review and by asking questions of the design team and owner.
Prepare value engineering and risk analysis.
Prepare qualifications and assumptions for estimates.
Prepare cost comparisons and reconcile estimates with previous estimates.
Manage the subcontractor solicitation and selection process.
Prepare Exhibit B and/or scope sheets.
Ensure quality control of bids and estimates.
Prepare an in-house budget and GMP.
Maintain subcontractor relationships and stay abreast of industry developments applicable to estimating.