Estimator

Position summary: 

The Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for projects to ensure the successful acquisition of work. As a key member of the Estimating Department, which now includes a Senior Estimator and an Estimator, the role involves collaborating closely with the Project Management team and supporting project planning to achieve company objectives. 

General Responsibilities: 

• Collaborate with Senior Estimator and Project Managers to prepare detailed and competitive estimates for projects. 
• Analyze project plans, specifications, and other documentation to develop accurate cost estimates. 
• Participate in pre-construction meetings, bid meetings, and project handoffs. 
• Assist in maintaining the estimating database and ensuring all data is up-to-date and accurate. 
• Follow the company’s best practices and estimating standards. 

Work Deliverables: 

• Perform quantity take-offs, cost analysis, and competitive bidding for assigned projects. 
• Prepare detailed scope sheets for subcontractor bidding and analyze subcontractor proposals. 
• Review construction documents for changes and potential cost impacts, ensuring that estimates reflect up-to-date project requirements. 
• Develop project bid schedules and ensure that all required documents are submitted on time. 
• Create detailed estimates, budgets, and bid proposals for review with the Senior Estimator and Project Managers. 
• Assist in the development of value engineering options to provide clients with cost-effective solutions. 

Operational Excellence (Effective Planning): 

• Ensure all estimates are completed accurately, reflecting the latest plans, specifications, and company pricing strategies. 
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to confirm the scope of work, identify long lead-time materials, and critical project elements. 
• Maintain organized files of working documents, including backup for estimates, analysis, and proposals. 
• Track and analyze post-bid feedback to refine future estimates and improve accuracy. 
• Review and assess historical data, such as production costs, to develop a more thorough analysis of future projects. 

Pride in Workmanship (Finish Well): 

• Conduct post-bid analysis meetings to ensure lessons learned are integrated into future estimates. 
• Participate in project kick-off meetings to communicate the scope of work, estimate details, and project expectations to the team. 
• Ensure accurate documentation of estimates and communicate any potential cost issues to project teams during project execution. 

Relationship Management (Develop Critical Relationships): 

• Establish and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms. 
• Work collaboratively with design teams, owners, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and align estimates with client expectations. 
• Develop strong relationships with the internal project team to support the successful transition of projects from estimating to construction. 
• Foster positive relationships with all external parties, promoting a professional and respectful working environment.