Estimator - Commercial Construction

As the Estimator, you will project and control construction costs for assigned projects, spanning from the RFP to the bidding phase . From reviewing drawings and Schedules of Values (SOV) to project startup through completion, you will play a key role in the ultimate success of our projects .

Project Startup: Manage the project bid startup process, including the thorough review and analysis of all drawings and RFP specifications, master template setup, and team communication .

Scoping: Scope projects to create comprehensive lists of required subcontractors, trades, and materials; write detailed scope sheets .

Proposal Response: Respond to RFPs in strict accordance with the TBG checklist .

Bid Invitation: Create and distribute bid invitations to subcontractors, specialty trades, and supply houses while monitoring subcontractor competition .

Negotiation: Negotiate pricing and secure firm commitments for subcontractor participation .

Relationship Building: Maintain strong ongoing relationships with existing subcontractors and suppliers .

Strategic Sourcing: Establish new industry relationships to ensure adequate project resources, continuously improve pricing/quality, and implement new purchasing strategies for ongoing cost reductions .

Template Management: Create estimate templates incorporating TBG and client SOVs, and manage the ongoing SOV review process .

Documentation: Maintain accurate, up-to-date project correspondence, documentation, and revisions .

Leadership Reporting: Provide comprehensive recaps to senior management and sales, covering preliminary vs. hard bid costs, competition analysis, scheduling, cost spreads, and subcontractor risk .

Handoff Management: Manage the transition to construction, including handoff meetings, drawing logs, contractor/subcontractor notifications, project management sub-lists, printed plans, permits, and following up on builder’s risk quotes and bonds .

Other Duties: Perform additional responsibilities as assigned .

Contract Expertise: Ability to successfully work with cost-plus, GMax, and stipulated sum contracts .

Analytical

Skills:

Strong ability to analyze complex numerical information, construction plans, and drawings to determine precise project requirements and budgets .

Operational Strengths: Exceptionally detail-oriented with robust documentation, reporting, and organizational skills .

Execution: Proven ability to manage a variety of tasks effectively while working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines .

Communication: Strong communication skills tailored for work teams, project managers, vendors, clients, building owners, and senior management .

Technical Proficiency: Proficient with MS Excel, Smart Bid, and On-Screen Takeoff (OST) .

Language: Bilingual in Spanish is a plus .

Experience: Minimum 4+ years of experience within commercial construction estimating or relevant field experience .

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science or Construction Management preferred .

Track Record: Demonstrated history of successful construction estimating on projects valued at $2M or more .