Estimator

Estimator Job Description

Position Summary:

We are looking for a passionate and skilled Cost Estimator to play a pivotal role in shaping the success of our projects. In this position, you will support all phases of the pre-construction process, including client engagement, estimating, RFP development, bidding, and procurement through transition into active construction. To succeed in this role, the individual must be able to perform each essential function effectively, with or without reasonable accommodation. Accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed cost estimate, including all architectural, civil and structural trades (MEPS preferred) including full quantity takeoff and pricing of unit rates with support.
• Prepare cost exercises and prices as needed to support pre-construction activities.
• Prepare full general conditions estimates and analysis on a cash flow basis with provided CM staffing levels and schedule.
• Work on GC lump, Cost Plus, Lump Sum bids from RFP through to bid award.
• Prepare and manage scope documents by trade including project specific scope and information and PO’s during leveling and procurement.
• Attend pre-bid site walk-throughs and site evaluations for existing conditions scope and qualifications.
• Experience in bidding open shop, PLA, prevailing wage and union projects.
• Able to stay up to date and relevant with industry and market trends.
• Assist subcontractors to confirm scope by reviewing plans and specifications.
• Outreach to manufacturers to confirm product specifications and relay back to the subcontractors through the RFI process.
• Evaluate and level subcontractor bid proposals, including interviewing and negotiating with subcontractors as needed.
• Manage subcontractor relationships for specific bids and projects and engage in developing new subcontractor relationships.
• Prepare and manage recommendation packages for review, approval and submission.
• Represent the firm in front of clients, developers and design consultants in project interviews, meetings, calls, including communicating accurately, bid estimate and project information.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Analytical Skills - Ability to use critical thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Communication – Strong oral and written skills to enable effective and concise communications
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Conceptual Thinking - Ability to think in terms of abstract ideas and apply construction methods to conceptual designs.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task, with the ability to work both in a team environment and independently.
• Negotiation Skills - Ability to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties.
• Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with owners, subcontractors, design consultants and co-workers.
• Technical - Ability to comprehend complex construction, technical designs and specialized information, means and methods to support the estimating and bidding process.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize, prioritize multiple tasks and projects, to complete deliveries within given deadlines.

IT / Software Experience:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Excel.
• Proficiency in estimating software such as Construct X, Cost X, Togel, Plan Grid, OST.
• Proficiency in bid software such as Building Connected, ProCore.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, quantity surveying or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in cost estimating.
• Ability to work in the US. CWC does not have the ability to sponsor visas.
• Experience in Commercial Construction Cost Estimating inclusive of but not limited to Healthcare, Interiors, Infrastructure, Educational/Cultural, and Adaptive Reuse in both Public and Private sectors.

Preferred:

• Experience in out of the ground and residential sector a bonus.

Physical Requirements:

N (Not Applicable): Activity is not applicable to this position.
O (Occasionally): Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently): Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly): Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements: Sense of Hearing, Touch and Vision

Work Environment: Office environment with some field visits