Summary
As an Estimator, you will be an important part of the pre-construction team, your knowledge of Project estimating will fulfill a critical need for a company in the Engineering and Construction industry. You will work as a contractor to advance our client’s mission of delivering economic, social and environmental value as a global real estate advisor, powered by people.
Responsibilities
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Prepare a detailed estimate by completing quantity take-offs, analysis, estimate input, and studies for all items incorporated in the assigned scope.
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Prepare and assemble bids and proposals for different contract types (Lump Sum, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), Cost Plus, etc.)
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Lead the document management for the project, including receiving drawings and specifications, providing the proper file structure and distribution to all parties.
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Serve as liaison with subcontractors, design team (architects, engineers, consultants) and client. Point of contact for managing assigned trade subcontractors and distributing information.
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Support constructability reviews through communication with the project team, designers, and subcontractor market.
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Develop a value analysis study by defining alternatives to the proposed scope that are more cost-efficient.
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Responsible for understanding all factors required for a comprehensive trade package scope including contract documents, site logistics, schedule, coordination, means and methods.
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Coordinate with Operations staff and fellow estimators to ensure that General Conditions and General Requirement items are properly addressed in the estimate.
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Prepare scope requisitions for assigned trades as required; coordinate with project team to eliminate scope gaps and overlaps.
Preferred Skills and Expertise
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Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of two years’ related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
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Proven written and verbal communication abilities; proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite.
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Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule.
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Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.