Estimator

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John Canning & Co. is a specialty contractor with a focus on the restoration, conservation, and design of interior finishes and substrates of historic landmark buildings and structures. Project sectors include civic buildings, theater and entertainment venues, museums, sacred spaces, commercial, and high-end residential properties.

John Canning & Co. is seeking a full-time Estimator capable of leading, preparing, and executing proposals, competitive bids, and qualification packages.

The person in this position shall be capable of developing accurate, timely, and detailed estimates to price competitive bids and proposals and review with senior leadership.

The person in this position should have an intimate knowledge and experience in reviewing architectural drawings, specifications, identifying scopes, and seeking out vendor pricing and communicating with subcontractors, as required.

The person in this position shall be proficient and accurate in producing proposal deliverables, including the planning, layout, drafting, and editing of proposals and qualifications for Requests for Proposals and Requests for Qualifications.

Essential Duties include:

• Reviewing, interpreting, and analyzing construction project plans, requirements, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Preparing accurate, detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates through all stages of design.
• Conceptualizing the construction project cycle and taking into account schedule, logistics, and other factors that contribute to productivity loss. Then applying these factors into the pricing.
• Determining scope and articulating it verbally and orally to customers (owners, CM, GC, etc.)
• Inputting new and revised data into estimating database
• Assisting in developing the initial project plan and project execution schedule
• Preparing detailed, comprehensive subcontractor and vendor work scopes
• Soliciting, analyzing, and comparing subcontractor and vendor quotations. Liaise with subcontractors and vendors for clarification of issues and scope
• Performing research for means and methods, materials, costs, and construction techniques and services
• Ability to use industry-specific Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
• Prepare and produce qualification packages, marketing materials, work plans, preliminary schedules, and/or any additional information requested to meet bid/proposal/owner requirements.
• Fully develop proposal layouts with incorporation and adherence to style guides and branding
• Fully develop graphics to support the written material
• Proofreading, editing, and standardizing of proposal content
• Provide overall quality assurance of proposal response/process; ensure John Canning & Co.’s branding, style guides, and best practices are adhered to
• Lead/assist with interview/presentation preparation and create supporting documents (presentations, boards, hand-outs, etc.)

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field or an equivalent amount of field experience in applicable trade with the demonstration of computer, computational, and writing skills.
• 3+ years of construction estimating experience
• Very familiar with Construction Documents & can read drawings
• Bluebeam & Excel are a must
• Highly organized; establish priorities and a course of action for handling multiple tasks.
• Must have knowledge of construction methods, systems, equipment, and building materials
• Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills – oral and written
• Must have strong math skills including algebra and geometry
• Requires the ability to read, analyze, and interpret business correspondence
• Requires the ability to write comprehensive business correspondence
• Requires the ability to read and interpret construction drawings, technical specifications, contracts, and other typical documents associated with the estimating of construction projects.
• Work well under pressure to meet tight deadlines and demands.
• Must be proficient in the use of MS Office, including skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and e-mail
• Must be proficient in Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience with estimating software, such as Bluebeam, is a plus.
• Fluency in English (written & spoken).

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k): Employer contributes 3% of Gross Earnings, + Safe Harbor Program that allows Owner additional contributions. Enrollment begins after one year of employment
• Health Insurance: Oxford United Healthcare, 50- 50 match for employee
• Paid Time Off: Holidays: 8
• Personal: 10 per annum - prorated with start date
• Sick Days: 5 per annum- prorated with start date
• Employer-approved Discretionary Days
• Bonuses: Employer Discretionary

Typical Work Schedule:

• Day shift: typical start 8 am – 5 pm
• Monday to Friday

Work Location:

• One location (Cheshire, CT)
• Travel: project & bid opportunity related, as required

Salary:

• Commensurate with experience and education

About John Canning & Co., Ltd.:

We are the national leader in the preservation and restoration of historic building finishes. We have worked at the White House, the US Capitol Building, Radio City Music Hall, St. Patrick's Cathedral in NYC, numerous state capitols, Courthouses, churches, museums, and other National Landmark buildings.