Estimator/contractor

Estimator
Primary Function: The Estimator will be responsible for determining the cost of construction projects including large project changes on site in either Columbia, SC or Charlotte, NC.
Determines and collaborates with the preconstruction team to determine scope of project(s).

• Designs, implements, and maintains cost estimating and subcontractor/supplier database(s).
• Responsible for soliciting the subcontractor and material supplier bids and follow through.
• Collaborates with preconstruction team members in the preparation of contracts and subcontracts and the negotiation of revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with general contractors, architects, clients, and suppliers.
• Collaborates with other team members to develop the project schedule and the company's corresponding cost for equipment, supervision, and labor costs.
• For design-build projects, work with the design-build team in the refinement of project scope and price while collaborating with the assigned Project manager who will be responsible for the development and execution of the design-build schedule.
• Knowledge of current applied techniques in project estimating from conceptual state to final detailed estimating.
• Knowledge of building construction, materials, and methods.
• Ability to develop conceptual estimates for projects from incomplete information relying on experience with projects of a similar nature.
• Develops subcontractor/supplier interaction/relationships.
• Actively involved in local/state/national estimating organizations (when requested).
• Complies with Company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Promotes integrity, honesty, hard work, safety, and quality throughout all aspects of the project and is a professional representative of M. Performs additional assignments as directed by management or as required for successful project completion.

Proficient in all aspects of Cost Estimator.
Thorough understanding and proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project, On-Screen Take-Off Program(s).