Estimator - Mission Critical

BCCI • Nashville, TN

2d

About The Position

The Estimator prepares estimates for potential projects using hard-bid, design-build, and conceptual estimating methods. The role shares responsibility for cost accuracy with the project team and assists other estimators and managers with estimating tasks. The Estimator reviews contract documents, performs and prices quantity take-offs, solicits and clarifies subcontractor and supplier bids, and helps prepare bid proposals and project outline schedules. The position also supports staff on estimating-related special projects and performs other related duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• At least 1 year of experience estimating commercial construction projects, with competence in hard-bid, design-build, and conceptual estimating.
• Excellent working knowledge of Timberline and Excel.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to operate office equipment such as a computer, printer, phone, copier, and fax machine.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Appropriate knowledge of construction practices and methods.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Primavera systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates for potential projects using hard-bid, design-build, and conceptual estimating.
• Read and understand contract documents, including plans, specifications, and addenda.
• Perform quantity take-offs and organize and price information.
• Solicit bids and quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Communicate with subcontractors and suppliers to clarify pricing information.
• Prepare estimate formats for general conditions, general bidding, quantity take-offs, and bid analysis.
• Assist with preparing bid proposals for submission.
• Prepare outline schedules for proposed projects.
• Assist staff members with special projects related to estimating.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Accident insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Home and auto insurance
• Family support
• Pre-tax paid parking or public transportation
• Paid time off
• Time Away Benefits
• Paid holidays
• Group legal
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Identity theft protection
• Pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level