Construction Estimator

Overview

The Estimator is responsible for collecting and efficiently tracking historical cost data, and providing conceptual and detailed estimates. We are a fully integrated AEC and as such this individual will be working with integrated DesignBuild teams to document project scope to match all generated estimates. This individual will also act as a resource for cost information to all disciplines including inflation projections and developing systems for assessing costs across a broad geography. While this position primarily involves estimating, it will also include involvement in other preconstruction activities - project scheduling, advance procurement, constructability.

General Responsibilities

• Develops conceptual and detailed construction cost estimates.
• Provides quantity takeoffs on projects (area, counts, or volume) as required.
• Provides support in preconstruction schedule development and constructability reviews.
• Supports project managers as a resource for the review of bid tabs, change order requests and project preconstruction and value engineering analysis.
• Updates and maintains an accurate sub-contractor list for pricing information or bidding.
• Collects and efficiently tracks historic construction cost data.
• Maintain a library of unit costs available for use by all company disciplines.
• Develops strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers such that they can become a robust and viable resource.
• Provide an ongoing assessment of projected inflation and cost differential across geographic markets.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management
• 4-7 years of proven estimating experience on diverse project types including conceptual estimates and detailed estimates
• Strong knowledge of construction engineering principals: materials, methods, sequencing, scheduling, and estimating
• Strong experience with industrial projects is beneficial
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and specifications
• Strong mathematical aptitude
• Strong analytical and value engineering skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience using Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project) recommended
• Experience using Procore, Bluebeam and Pantera Bid Management beneficial but not necessary
  

This is a great opportunity for an individual who wants to join a strong, successful and highly respected team. Our environment thrives on quality driven, multi-task oriented employees with excellent organizational, communication and problem solving skills.

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.