Construction Estimator Jobs

IN-OFFICE | FULL-TIME

Boulo is recruiting for a Construction Estimator for our client, a leader in the Chattanooga construction market. Our client focuses on large, complex renovations and custom new construction. Their signature craftsmanship is anchored by an in-house team of craftspeople excelling in construction management, woodworking, and carpentry.

The Construction Estimator will gather, evaluate, and then prepare detailed total cost information during the construction bid process. They will analyze proposals, specifications, blueprints, and construction documents in order to understand the project

Employment type: Full-time

Flexibility: Culture

Pay: $70,000 - $85,000 per year

Requirements for the Construction Estimator position:

• Providing all subcontractors with drawings and specifications prior to the bid process (RFPs), and managing that process.
• Formulating cost breakdown from estimates and for project progress.
• Working with and dealing with concerns of field personnel as it relates to works in progress and the related estimate..
• Assembling accurate and well-organized estimates and proposals in a timely manner .
• Ensuring site personnel are provided with proper documentation related to project.
• Completing budgeting and scheduling for projects and tracking same.
• Providing and maintaining unit pricing and database for material and labor costing.
• Providing clear, detailed quantity take-offs, using take-off software (Stack, or similar).
• Understanding contractual terms and conditions.
• Organizing site visits, sub-contractors quotations, negotiating to insure quotes meet contract documents and issuing proper documented purchase orders.
• Maintaining relationships with subcontractors and clients.
• Preparing detailed scope of work write-ups and supporting documents.
• Supporting and working with preconstruction/business development staff in the review of project plans, requirements, and specifications.
• Reporting directly to and collaborating with the director of pre-construction services as well as company president and related staff.
• Meeting with potential clients to discuss options for proposed services
• Estimating time, labor, construction materials, and product costs to determine the overall cost for construction projects.
• Monitoring progress, requisition change orders and identifying any potential risks.
• Reviewing blueprints, plans, and specifications in order to understand the project as a whole.

Requirements for the Construction Estimator position:

• Ability to use CAD programs
• Ability to write, manage, and respond to RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs.
• Practical knowledge of estimating software and spreadsheet design.
• Previous experience estimating projects into the $1-5 million range, and beyond.
• Exceptional communication skills, written and verbal.
• High personal organizational skills
• History of project management experience is a plus.
• Skilled with estimating ground-up, residential renovation, and commercial build-out construction.
• Critical thinking skills
• 5+ years’ experience working in the construction field in similar or related position.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Our clients are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If this role sounds exciting but your past experience doesn't include every qualification, apply anyways! You may be just the right candidate.

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