Preconstruction Engineer

DPR Construction • East Brunswick, NJ

7d • $83,000 - $110,000

About The Position

DPR Construction is seeking a Junior Estimator with at least 2 years of commercial construction experience. Estimators will work primarily on negotiated commercial projects within our core markets. Estimators will work closely with architects, engineers, owners, and subcontractors and are required to have the following skills: Ability to prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade specific clarifications and comprehensive bid packages. Must have knowledge and understanding of unit costs and the factors that affect construction cost. Must have experience being a member of the team involved in Request for Proposal Responses (RFP’s) and the formal presentation for a project. Contact suppliers and vendors to discuss various requests and due dates. Effectively and efficiently handle subcontractor requests. Prepare and distribute time-sensitive materials. Coordinate activities of the team from bid to proposal. Provide a consistent customer service experience with subs and vendors. Track and update vendor information and manage local vendor database. Ability to prepare detailed estimate updates, as the design evolves, including preparing variance summaries between estimates. Experience writing and negotiating subcontracts. Willingness and desire to actively participate in Value Engineering sessions with the project team and design team. Additional Experience (preferred but not required) Experience preparing detailed conceptual cost estimates and conceptual cost studies from schematic or feasibility level documentation. Must be prepared to participate and often lead the preparation and presentation of cost and budget information to the customer or owner. Has the ability to develop business with new and existing customers. DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world. Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek. Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers. The DPR family of companies is closing the gap between design and construction with an integrated collection of products and services to build smarter, move faster and achieve strong results. Our approximately 11,000 employees share a commitment to growth, innovation and building great things—great teams, great careers and great projects that change the world. DPR is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at DPR are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical or mental disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. DPR will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Read more in our EEOE Policy. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or any step in the process: In the US, call Human Resources at 650-474-1450 In Europe, email [email protected] If you are seeking information on how DPR protects applicant data, please review our Privacy Policy.

Requirements

• We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Excellent listening skills and have strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work both as a team player and independently.
• Computer competency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Prolog preferred.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Effective participation in team environment.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Estimating software (Timberline or similar), Project Management software (Prolog or similar), and Scheduling software (Primavera or similar).
• 2+ years of experience as a Commercial Construction Estimator, preferably within DPR’s Core Market projects.
• A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Experience preparing detailed conceptual cost estimates and conceptual cost studies from schematic or feasibility level documentation.
• Must be prepared to participate and often lead the preparation and presentation of cost and budget information to the customer or owner.
• Has the ability to develop business with new and existing customers.
• Bachelor’s degree a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Ability to prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade specific clarifications and comprehensive bid packages.
• Must have knowledge and understanding of unit costs and the factors that affect construction cost.
• Must have experience being a member of the team involved in Request for Proposal Responses (RFP’s) and the formal presentation for a project.
• Contact suppliers and vendors to discuss various requests and due dates.
• Effectively and efficiently handle subcontractor requests.
• Prepare and distribute time-sensitive materials.
• Coordinate activities of the team from bid to proposal.
• Provide a consistent customer service experience with subs and vendors.
• Track and update vendor information and manage local vendor database.
• Ability to prepare detailed estimate updates, as the design evolves, including preparing variance summaries between estimates.
• Experience writing and negotiating subcontracts.
• Willingness and desire to actively participate in Value Engineering sessions with the project team and design team.

Benefits

• Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy.
• Read more about eligibility and available benefits programs for skilled craft and labor or experienced professionals and recent graduates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees