Project Estimator

McCownGordon Construction • Fort Worth, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Demonstrates proficiency in all core estimating technical skills. Assists Lead Estimator on projects and leads smaller projects. Trains entry-level Estimators. Identifies design gaps and provides complete estimate. Assists with leading the preconstruction process.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in Estimating or Preconstruction role.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including Sage/Timberline Estimating, MS Project, Microsoft Office applications, On-Screen Take Off, and any other company standard software appropriate for the position.
• Demonstrated ability to take a leadership role on projects.
• Proven track record of proactive approach to issues/management.
• Strong fundamental knowledge of establishing and maintaining a budget.

Responsibilities

• Manages project estimates and coordinates with project team to manage the preconstruction process in a smooth and efficient manner.
• Assists or leads communication with design team and compiles questions and discusses with architect and client in written communication to clarify any unknown areas in the project.
• Participates in owner and project meetings.
• Develops understanding of planning, permitting, utilities, and sequence of the entire project (preconstruction through warranty) with project scheduling.
• Assists with development and coordination of preconstruction schedules to coordinate preconstruction tasks.
• Develops ability to understand, create, and implement PFP plan and overall project strategy.
• Understands and creates master budget and manages project team.
• Coordinates with and presents information to internal departments efficiently.
• Obtains exposure to tracking individual project preconstruction costs.
• If desired, cross-trains within McCownGordon (field engineer or project engineer).
• Assists or leads the estimate development, including quantities and initial pricing as required by the contract or project team and reviews with Lead Estimator.
• Reviews, understands, and communicates risks, scopes, design gaps of project documents (specifications, plans, and front-end documents).
• Develops scopes of work to convey to the design team and client what has been included in the proposal.
• Works with Lead Estimator to define un-designed items that need to quantified or priced.
• Assists in establishing required estimate reports for review of McCownGordon team prior to submittal.
• Completes clarifications as appropriate for each budget update or bid.
• Prepares estimates, including reviewing what is required to build a complete project.
• Identifies risk items associated with project and discusses them with the project team and identifies ways to mitigate the risk.
• Gains knowledge to review the quantity survey performed by others.
• Checks and reviews accuracy of quantities.
• Assists with development of cost strategy.
• Masters knowledge of waste factors and understands labor productivity based on project conditions.
• Sets up bid tab sheets for trade partner bid process and analysis.
• Reviews the complete set of documents for items to be quantified, priced, and included in the proposal. Relays pertinent information to the project team.
• Leads bid and trade partner selection process.
• Coordinates with Senior Leadership for development and approval of GMP.
• Plays an active role in pre-bid meetings.
• Develops and manages trade partner bid list.
• Follows up with trade partners prior to bidding to verify phasing requirements and, determine whether they are participating in the bid and to answer questions.
• Confirms schedule with trade partners and material vendors to ensure materials and manpower is available to meet the client’s and McCownGordon’s schedule.
• Identifies long lead items and risks.
• Ensures that materials are available for the project and included in bids by coordinating with trade partners market and suppliers.
• Leverages trade partner relationships in requesting and obtaining proposals.
• Attends networking events and continues to develop new and existing contacts with trade partners and design teams.
• Develops strategic relationships with industry professionals.
• Develops strong relationships with trade partners through work and professional outings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level