Estimator Construction Management

Coordinate with architects and engineers during design phases to value engineer cost-effective building materials and scopes of work

Evaluate plan documents and propose cost-saving design solutions

Prepare comprehensive bids and cost estimates

Evaluate project specifications and provide alternates for additional owner cost savings

Conduct site visits when required to examine projects, gather information, and assess scope

Collaborate with owners' representatives during the contracting phase

Estimate equipment, manpower, costs, and material quantities, including special machinery needs

Coordinate with department personnel to establish project scopes and construction standards

Assist project managers with initial sequencing of construction activities, including labor, materials, and equipment

Interpret plans and specifications, perform takeoffs, and develop conceptual through detailed lump-sum estimates across disciplines

Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes

Mark up drawings to detail work to be completed

Assist in establishing job priorities based on contract guidelines

Coordinate team activities, conduct project cost estimate review meetings, and interface with management

Lead estimating efforts with minimal supervision

Assess site availability of water, electricity, and other services

Track and improve estimating standards for accuracy and efficiency

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in construction management or another relevant field

High school diploma or GED with 5-10 years of related experience

5+ years of estimating and/or project management experience in multifamily residential new building construction

Knowledge of current building codes and ADA laws

Experience with site construction, precast, wood framing, and interior finishes

Understanding of multifamily construction means and methods

Experience in alternative building methods and value engineering

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook

Experience with Microsoft Project scheduling software

Experience with Bluebeam

Experience with Procore project management and financial management tools

Ability to establish pricing from early design phases through final budget

Ability to review construction documentation, owner building standards, and finish schedules to create bidding scopes

Experience with construction cost estimating and budgeting

Ability to negotiate, draft, and execute subcontract agreements and commitments

Strong organization and time-management skills

Ability to work a flexible schedule according to staffing and project needs

Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities within established deadlines

Ability to perform physical functions of the position, including sitting for long periods at a computer

Must reside in Arizona, Florida, Texas, or Minnesota

Must pass a criminal background check and motor vehicle report

Must complete the required Culture Index survey

Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in construction cost estimating, project management, and value engineering, with a strong understanding of multifamily residential building methods and current building codes. Proficient in utilizing project management tools and software to enhance efficiency and accuracy in estimating processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Construction Cost Estimating

Value Engineering

Project Management

Microsoft Project

Procore

Hard Skills

Cost Estimation

Building Codes

Multifamily Construction

Site Construction

Takeoffs

Budgeting

Negotiation

Construction Documentation

Alternative Building Methods

Estimating Standards

Soft Skills

Organization

Time Management

Collaboration

Flexibility

Communication

Industry Keywords

Construction Management

Multifamily Residential

ADA Laws

Precast

Wood Framing

Interior Finishes

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite

Bluebeam

Procore

Microsoft Project

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