Commercial GC - Senior Project Manager / Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Preconstruction Estimator Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled, motivated Preconstruction Estimator to join our growing team. In this position, you will be responsible for surveying projects, estimating labor and materials costs, and communicating financial cost and project timelines to customers. You must have a keen attention to detail and skills at estimating projects from a bird's-eye view to set our client's expectations accurately.

Estimator Duties and Responsibilities

• Fulfill client appointments in a timely manner
• Assess projects by identifying project requirements, regarding time, labor, and material costs
• Read blueprints and analyze all other applicable documents to prepare estimates
• Collaborate with contractors, engineers, and architects during estimate creation to ensure overall accuracy
• Act as the final say in the calculation, analysis, and adjustment of estimates
• Present estimates to clients in a timely and polite manner
• Recommend cost-reduction options
• Assist sales team in final project preparation transactions
• Maintain thorough records of all project documentation, including estimates, sales receipts, and project completion documentation

Estimator Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Voluntary certification in the field is a plus
• At least 2 years of General Contractor experience
• Interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
• Critical thinking, analytical, and organizational skills
• Time management skills