Estimator, Construction, Quantity Surveyor

Job Summary

The overall goal of the Estimator is to provide a thorough, accurate, and competitive proposal that will result in the award of a profitable project.

• Provide thorough, accurate and competitive cost estimates through all phases of design, from concept to construction and permit documents.
• Determine proposal specifications and the scope of work by reviewing drawings, attending and/or managing bid and preconstruction meetings, etc.
• Analyze and document cost analysis from historical projects, purchase orders, contracts, and cost reports for future use in incorporating into estimates.
• Provide design assistance and cost data regarding project feasibility to the client, design professionals, and project team.
• Prepare bid packages and provide leadership and coordination on bid solicitation and RFP’s.
• Develop scopes of work for sub-trades prior to and during bid solicitation.
• Perform takeoffs of multiple trades to minimize the Company’s cost risks.
• Analyze proposals from subcontractors for cost, scope and completeness to determine award of work.
• Identify and qualify new subcontractors to ensure an adequate number of qualified and financially sound subcontractors are available and to expand bid solicitation coverage.
• Prepare preliminary project schedules during the preconstruction phase and assist the Superintendent with the contracted schedule prior to construction.
• Assist with pricing and negotiating owner and subcontractor change orders.
• Maintain detailed records of working documents as a back-up for estimates figures, including assumptions made for conceptual designs.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field and appropriate experience successfully assisting in estimating (conceptual and hard bid) construction projects for a general contractor. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Design-build experience on relevant project types preferred.
• Experience in value-engineering preferred.

Alston Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.