Estimator

Chesapeake Contracting Group•Baltimore, MD

About The Position

The Estimator analyzes all project documents to determine the overall estimated cost of a project. Estimators gather, calculate and compile data to produce construction cost estimates for competitive bid proposals in a timely manner. The Estimator is also required to perform a thorough and detailed turnover of awarded projects to the project management team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent related work experience.
Minimum of 5 or more years estimating or relevant project experience.
Be proficient in all computer software programs used in estimating with particular emphasis on On-Screen Takeoff software.
Possess strong mathematical and computer skills.
Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Some experience in one or more areas of Division 2-16.

Responsibilities

Reviews project plans and specifications and coordinates with the team to confirm a complete and coordinated scope
Identify risk issues and their order of magnitude
Manages responses to invitations to bid.
Performs quantity takeoff.
Participates in conceptual budgets with oversight from manager.
Develops Tab Sheets (scopes of work), gather subcontractor proposals, and prepare bid tabulation for own trade assignments.
Coordinates scopes of work with bid team.
Author qualifications/exclusions specific for each assigned trade.
Builds effective relationships subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer's expectations.
Develop subcontractor relationships.
Attend subcontractor networking events.