Project Estimator

Wharton-Smith•Tampa, FL

About The Position

The Project Estimator will conduct detailed analysis of contract documents to determine and validate overall project requirements. This role involves recognizing risks related to project-specific requirements, site, schedule, and market conditions. The estimator will solicit competitive pricing from subcontractor partners and suppliers, complete detailed quantity, material, and labor takeoffs, and evaluate and compare multiple suppliers and subcontract partners for completeness of scope, schedule, and compliance with project documents. Additionally, the role requires developing and maintaining strong relationships with subcontractor partners and suppliers, conversing with and soliciting trades, and being comfortable with cold calling. The estimator will attend pre-bid meetings and project walk-throughs, support bid runner with bid-day assignments, and perform multiple estimates concurrently under critical deadlines. Active participation in estimate reviews with Executives, Operations Staff, Owners, and Engineers is expected, as is assisting with bid document control and documenting, organizing, and archiving all information relating to the estimate for successful transfer to the project team.

Requirements

Ability to read project documents including plans and specifications.
Proficient in mathematics, statistics, and data analysis.
Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional time management skills.
Working knowledge of estimating software.
Advanced skills using Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel.
Familiar with Bluebeam or other PDF software.
Familiar with different delivery methods: Design-Bid-Build (Hard Bid), Design-Build (DB), Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR).
A strong aptitude for adopting new technology.
Three (3) to eight (8) years of commercial construction-related experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or other relevant degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts detailed analysis of contract documents to determine and validate overall project requirements.
Recognizes risks related to project-specific requirements, site, schedule, and market conditions.
Solicits competitive pricing from subcontractor partners and suppliers for pursuits.
Completes detailed quantity, material, and labor takeoffs from project documents.
Evaluates and compares multiple suppliers and subcontract partners for completeness of scope, schedule, and compliance with the project documents.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with subcontractor partners and suppliers.
Converses with and solicits trades and is comfortable with cold calling.
Attends pre-bid meetings and project walk-throughs.
Supports bid runner with bid-day assignments.
Performs multiple estimates concurrently under critical deadlines.
Actively participates in estimate reviews with Executives, Operations Staff, Owners, and Engineers.
Assists with bid document control and documenting, organizing, and archiving all information relating to the estimate for successful transfer to the project team.