Estimator

Beckenhauer Construction, Inc.•Omaha, NE

24d

About The Position

The Estimator leads preconstruction and estimating activities across multiple projects, from conceptual and schematic design through design development and construction documents. The role develops quantity takeoffs, budgets, contingencies, general conditions, allowances, and self-perform work estimates. It manages subcontractor and supplier bidding, evaluates bids and scope coverage, and provides final bid recommendations. The Estimator performs constructability reviews, value engineering, and cost analysis by evaluating project documents, site conditions, market factors, escalation, procurement lead times, and logistics. The role coordinates preconstruction with owners, architects, engineers, government officials, and internal teams; communicates estimates and project risks; and leads project handoffs to support a smooth transition into construction.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and precision.
Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, estimating software, and Bluebeam.
Strong understanding of drawings and specifications to conduct thorough constructability analysis.
Maintain regular, reliable attendance and physical presence at the assigned workplace.
Possess a valid driver's license.
At least 5 years of experience in construction management.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in construction management or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead preconstruction and estimating across multiple projects, including conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document estimates.
Develop detailed quantity takeoffs, budgets, contingencies, general conditions, allowances, and self-perform work estimates.
Manage subcontractor and supplier bidding, including developing scopes and bid packages and soliciting new subcontractors and vendors.
Analyze competitive bids, prepare apples-to-apples bid tabs, identify scope gaps, and make final bid recommendations.
Provide constructability, value engineering, and cost analysis by reviewing drawings, specifications, geotechnical reports, market conditions, escalation, procurement lead times, and site logistics.
Identify project risks, cost savings, and potential issues.
Coordinate preconstruction activities with owners, architects, engineers, government officials, and internal teams.
Coordinate site investigations, renovation assessments, permitting, asbestos requirements, fire and life-safety considerations, phasing, scheduling, and early procurement.
Communicate estimates, recommendations, and project risks to leadership and project teams.
Conduct constructability reviews and preconstruction meetings, document concerns, and lead comprehensive project handoff meetings.