Project Estimator - Austin, TX
About The Position
Project Estimators are routinely responsible for and experienced in the development of CSI Division and Uniformat estimates and all estimating forms and formats for both the conceptual estimate and final bid. The position is also responsible for and has significant experience with the development of pricing strategies and specific purchasing methodology for major projects. It is the responsibility of the project estimator to develop a working relationship with trade partner principals and estimating departments. Project estimators support the development of conceptual estimates for design-build and guaranteed maximum price projects and lead procurements for more complicated projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Eight (8+) years of experience and/or a combination of education and experience
- Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility
- Substance Abuse Screening
- Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)
Nice To Haves
- Physical Exam (if applicable)
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain relationships with industry partners.
- Estimate key scopes on more complicated projects to ensure the complete scope is captured during the estimating process.
- Develop and execute strategies to gain a bid advantage on their delegated scopes and more complicated project estimates.
- Identify, understand, manage, and communicate risk during the procurement process.
- Survey and price more complicated self-performed work items.
- Develop bid package strategy and the bid schedule independently on more complicated projects.
- Draft, issue, and manage bid packages on more complicated projects as well as be able to support the senior estimator with this effort.
- Purchase scopes and draft associated subcontracts.
- Lead a team of estimators on more complicated project procurements.
- Facilitate estimate reviews on projects for executive management.
- Facilitate the communication of estimate scope and pricing to clients.
- Participate in staff development and reviews of estimators and lead estimators.
- Proficient in estimating software, formats and procedures.
- Assist in converting project estimates into project financial status reports, cost controls and labor recaps.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
