SPO Estimator - Drywall - Columbus

Turner Construction•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The SPO Estimator prepares detailed Self-Perform Operations (SPO) drywall estimates from construction drawings and specifications and communicates bids and scopes of work. The role includes quantity take-offs, estimate analysis and input, productivity-rate development, vendor and Trade coordination, bid preparation, risk and schedule analysis, value analysis, and project handoff. The Estimator collaborates with Preconstruction, SPO management, Procurement, project teams, designers, and Trade partners, and may supervise or support the development of Estimating team members.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of related experience performing detailed estimates for specialty scopes such as framing, drywall, acoustic ceilings, specialty ceilings, delegated-design cold-formed metal framing, and doors, frames, and hardware.
Knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, and Trade practices.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedules.
Knowledge of estimating documents and ability to provide accurate qualitative and quantitative document analysis.
Conceptual ability to work with limited information and quickly develop an understanding of requirements.
Proficient project-management skills, including prioritizing competing demands and meeting deadlines.
Familiarity with construction operating procedures and methods used by other departments, such as Procurement and Operations.
Professional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information to non-technical audiences.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, and familiarity with computer-based takeoff and estimating software.
Limited travel.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Building Construction, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience are also considered.

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed SPO drywall estimates, including quantity take-offs, analysis, estimate input, and studies for items in the assigned scope.
Develop labor productivity rates using historical data and project-specific constraints.
Develop and maintain vendor relationships to solicit competitive pricing.
Prepare and assemble drywall bids and proposals for contract types such as Lump Sum, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), and Cost Plus.
Identify design issues and project risks affecting SPO drywall and collaborate with the Preconstruction team to propose solutions.
Analyze project schedules for sequencing risks and prepare labor-loaded schedules based on estimated durations.
Collaborate with the SPO Manager on markups, labor rates, and other estimate inputs based on project approach, backlog, and risk.
Manage document handling for SPO drywall projects, including receiving drawings and specifications, organizing files, and distributing documents to stakeholders.
Attend constructability review meetings, document potential issues—including Trade market issues—and support communication with project teams and designers.
Develop SPO drywall value-analysis studies that identify cost-efficient alternatives to proposed scope.
Develop a comprehensive understanding of Trade package scope factors, including contract documents, site logistics, schedule, coordination, means, and methods.
Prepare drywall scope requisitions for assigned Trades and coordinate with the project team to identify and eliminate scope gaps and overlaps.
Prepare comparisons with previous estimates for assigned scopes.
For subcontracted drywall work, obtain and evaluate Trade proposals, document and organize information in a Bid Recording Sheet, and participate in Post Bid Reviews.
Manage Post Bid action items, finalize sub-tier scopes, and recommend bid awards to Procurement.
Prepare and manage project kick-off meetings and hand off projects to operations teams.
May supervise Estimating team members, participate in recruiting, onboard new staff, and contribute to performance appraisals.
Perform other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.