Preconstruction Estimator

The Larry H. Miller Company All Groups•Sandy, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Preconstruction Estimator’s primary responsibility is to analyze and interpret project information in the assembly of budgets, bids, and proposals. Additional responsibilities include developing accurate cost estimates and budgets for construction projects during the pre-construction phase, analyzing project specifications, drawings, and market conditions to determine material costs, labor needs, creating detailed bids, collaborating with stakeholders, and identifying value engineering opportunities, and other factors impacting the overall project budget.

Requirements

Degree in Engineering, or related technical degree
5 + years of estimating experience, preferably in the construction industry
Advanced math skills, ability to visualize in 2D and 3D, and an understanding of risk evaluation
High level of fluency reading plans, specifications, and related project documents.
Key competencies are initiative, communication, teamwork, dependability, and attention to detail
Must have strong interpersonal skills with good verbal and written communication while working in a team environment
Lead proactively rather than manage reactively
Frequent walking, standing, and climbing stairs in/around construction site, apartment homes, models, and properties
Working outdoors in all weather conditions (to include but limited to, rain, snow, heat, hail, wind, and sleet), around hazardous chemicals, dust, dirt, and other particulates
Ability to read and comprehend large quantities of information, operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, move, and carry up to 60 lbs. independently
Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about office setting

Responsibilities

Evaluate bid requests
Prepare detailed cost estimates
Input and adjust quantities with a high level of accuracy
Review project documents
Manage client relationships
Ensure LHM Construction’s standards of quality and safety are followed
Quantify material costs, labor hourly costs, and sub buy-outs for assigned projects
Lead team in the creation of proposals and bids
Develop bid documents for each project
Prepare detailed take-offs
Present budget and value engineering ideas to owner and design team
Prepare detailed bid scopes for trade packages
Manage bid list and coordinate with trade partners
Review subcontractor submittments
Assist with subcontractor buy-out
Assemble quantities into project management tools with a high level of accuracy
Work collaboratively with Project Manager, Superintendent, and project team to phase assigned projects
Interview and select winning subcontractors
Attend design development meetings
Participate in project team meetings and client meetings for duration of assigned project
Communicate with clients, fostering successful and on-going relations
Other related duties as assigned or needed
All other duties as assigned