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About The Position

Requirements

• A high degree of financial acumen
• Proven ability to communicate openly and have important conversations with internal and external clients
• Strong organizational skills; attention to detail
• Basic presentation skills to represent information and updates in a group setting
• Ability to read and comprehend complex construction documents i.e., blueprints
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
• Strong work ethic
• Problem-solving mindset
• Technology savvy
• Strong computer skills; proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Outlook
• 5-10 years of related experience with a commercial General Contractor
• Base knowledge of document editing software i.e., BlueBeam, Adobe Acrobat, Plan Grid, Plexxis
• Experience with conceptual estimating, negotiated work, GMP development, design-build, and hard bid procurement.
• Strong understanding of commercial building systems, including structural, architectural, civil, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and specialty trades.
• Demonstrated experience estimating ground-up commercial construction projects across multiple market sectors.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent industry experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating effort on conceptual, schematic, design development, and hard bid projects.
• Review weekly bid opportunities and collaborate with leadership to prioritize projects that align with Berg's strategic goals, client relationships, and available resources.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, schedules, and other project documentation to develop comprehensive project budgets.
• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and complete estimates covering all building systems and trades.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals to ensure complete project coverage and best value.
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, clarifications, and project risks while developing appropriate pricing strategies.
• Perform constructability reviews and recommend alternative materials, systems, sequencing, or value engineering opportunities.
• Develop conceptual budgets, cost models, GMPs, lump sum proposals, negotiated budgets, and change order pricing.
• Participate in design-assist and design-build preconstruction efforts by collaborating with owners, architects, engineers, and consultants.
• Coordinate estimate reviews with executive leadership and support margin recommendations based on project risk, market conditions, and competitive analysis.
• Ensure proposals are complete, accurate, and submitted in accordance with client requirements and company standards.
• Support project turnover by communicating estimating assumptions, scope, subcontractor commitments, and project risks to Operations.
• Actively coach, develop, share knowledge, and mentor project team members to build capability, morale, and provide growth opportunities within Berg.
• Assist in developing estimating standards and resources.
• Establish team roles and responsibilities related to owned project portfolio, create accountability, and foster a positive working environment.
• Support business development efforts by participating in client meetings, interviews, presentations, and industry networking opportunities.
• Continue the development of existing client base, strengthening long-term relationships and development of opportunities for optimum margin of sales through partnering and negotiated services.
• Maintain and develop long-term client relationships
• Participates in the development and execution of Berg’s strategic and business plan including achievement of key objectives.
• Establish and develops relationships with employees, including the company management team, as well as external partners and stakeholders.
• Support and continuous improvement of Berg’s high-performance culture.
• Provide visionary leadership for new ideas and approaches and humbly welcomes ideas to innovate and better Berg from all levels of the organization.
• Develop trust and maintain a collaborative and supportive leadership presence with your Project Management team.
• Participate in and support recruitment, hiring, onboarding efforts as appropriate to develop an exceptional regional team.
• Foster a collaborative culture that enhances employee satisfaction, engagement, and results-orientation while encouraging innovation and creativity.
• Provide time for regular and effective 1 on 1 meetings with all direct reports.
• Coach, mentor, and collaborate with direct reports regularly.
• Establishes and achieves specific, measurable, and obtainable objectives that support Berg's overall growth and profitability objectives while creating client, employee, and company success.