Construction Estimator

Normal, Illinois   |   Building & Construction   |   Direct Hire   |   Onsite   |   $80,000-$120,000/Year    |   Posted 11/22/2024   |   Job ID #23132

Normal, Illinois

Direct Hire
Onsite
$80,000-$120,000/Year
Posted 11/22/2024
Job ID #23132

Summary
Per Sé Group’s Top ENR client is seeking an Estimator. Our client has a rich history of craftsmanship and a commitment to blending innovation with tradition. They specialize in everything from custom homes and commercial developments to intricate renovations and historic restorations. They are more than builders; they are creators, turning every project into a masterpiece of quality and precision.

Responsibilities

  • Review proposal specifications drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc., to determine the scope of work and required contents of the estimate
  • Prepare detailed trade scopes of work and backup documentation for review
  • Solicit project-specific proposals from subcontractors and suppliers and evaluate them for completeness and competitiveness
  • Develop options and recommend best value solution based on cost, engineering, quality or availability of materials
  • Establish and maintain positive relationships and ethical practices with owners, consultants, engineers, subcontractors and suppliers
  • Assist Operations with awarded contracts and projects as required. This may included estimating/pricing change orders and facilitating the resolution of any contractual issues
  • Track and assist operations with awarded contracts and projects as required – may include estimating/pricing extra work items, change orders, credit, procuring materials, etc.
  • Work with Proposal Coordinator to develop complete professional proposals, including all required information (schedules, project narratives, organizational charts, etc.)
  • Develop complete conceptual proposals to support business development and client maintenance
  • Negotiate and issue subcontracts

Preferred Skills and Expertise

  • Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project or other scheduling-related systems, and have experience working with On Screen Takeoff and/or MC2 type software is preferred
  • Candidates must have a strong understanding of conceptual estimating, estimating techniques, and cost control
  • Ability to prepare proposals with minimum supervision
  • Must be comfortable working in teams
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidates should be able to clearly articulate bid inclusions, exclusions, and proposal clarifications with owners and subcontractors
  • Must be able to multitask and prioritize responsibilities
  • A Bachelor’s degree Construction Management is preferred
  • Candidates must have 4+ years of estimating experience

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