General Construction Estimator

Lane Valente Industries•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

Lane Valente Industries is a Retail, Construction, Facilities Maintenance and Project Management Company, and is looking for a highly motivated, responsible candidate for full-time position for a General Construction Estimator. Prepares budget estimates and detailed take offs for construction bids and request for proposals (RFP) by reviewing and studying plans and specifications. Evaluates and qualifies subcontractor quotes to ensure their scope of work is comprehensive, competitive and in accordance with the bid documents Resolves cost differences by analyzing quotes along with historical pricing data. Writes, presents and submits budgets, bids and RFP responses to senior management and clients. Works closely with architects/engineers (A/E) and other professionals: responsible for preparing and submitting requests for information to the A/E’s. Prepares general construction schedules based on scope of work in bids/RFPs. Schedule meetings with subcontractors to review and qualify quotes. Attend Pre-bid meetings and travel to project location, if required. Familiar with electric vehicle infrastructure projects is a plus. Must be capable of working in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Strong math skills
Ability to navigate specifications and plans
Proficient in utilizing software to perform detailed takeoffs
Ability to handle multiple assignments at once
Knowledge of the latest building codes
Detailed Oriented
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office Software
10 years of experience preferred

Nice To Haves

Familiar with electric vehicle infrastructure projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepares budget estimates and detailed take offs for construction bids and request for proposals (RFP) by reviewing and studying plans and specifications.
Evaluates and qualifies subcontractor quotes to ensure their scope of work is comprehensive, competitive and in accordance with the bid documents
Resolves cost differences by analyzing quotes along with historical pricing data.
Writes, presents and submits budgets, bids and RFP responses to senior management and clients.
Works closely with architects/engineers (A/E) and other professionals: responsible for preparing and submitting requests for information to the A/E’s.
Prepares general construction schedules based on scope of work in bids/RFPs.
Schedule meetings with subcontractors to review and qualify quotes.
Attend Pre-bid meetings and travel to project location, if required.