Estimator

Consigli Construction•Hartford, CT

About The Position

The Estimator prepares estimates for complex and large-scale jobs, including conceptual estimates, negotiated bids, budgets, general conditions, systems studies and comparisons, and value engineering. The role also manages subcontractor relations and stays informed about industry developments relevant to estimating. The Estimator helps ensure the estimating process runs smoothly and efficiently and that client expectations are exceeded throughout each project. The position collaborates with clients, designers, subcontractors, team members, and other stakeholders, and participates in business development activities, presentations, and interviews. It also prepares project estimates, cost analyses, qualifications, assumptions, budgets, and GMPs, and supports subcontractor solicitation and selection.

Requirements

BS or MS in Engineering or Construction Management.
A minimum of 3 years of experience in the estimating field.
At least 8 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 the duration of 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 material and labor to establish project value.
Understand the full project scope by reviewing documents and asking questions of the design team and owner.
Prepare value engineering and risk analyses.
Prepare qualifications and assumptions for estimates.
Prepare cost comparisons and reconcile them 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 relations and stay abreast of industry developments applicable to estimating.