Construction Specialist

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The following duties will be performed in any combination of time based on the type of construction project and where the project is in the construction lifecycle:
Performs basic to moderately complex estimating tasks including performing quantity take‑offs, creating material price lists, and researching labor, material and equipment costs for these take‑offs. Utilizes Timberline to prepare or assists in preparation of Opinions of Probable Cost of Construction (OPCC) and design build projects. Researches historical data (purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc.) and compiles summary reports to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimates.

Receives, reviews and files pricing received from project managers or procurement group against OPCCs performed by estimators. Contacts subcontractors and suppliers for current pricing and bidder interest. Participates in pre‑bid job walks. Participates in Bid‑Day quote tabulations. Supervises and directs overall project activities of basic to moderately complex as assigned. Provides technical, field and site administration support to field and project personnel.

Prepares and reviews submittals of moderate to high complexity. Issues construction documents and layout to field crews and answers questions. Prepares and interprets specifications and drawings for foreman and superintendents. Maintains and edits all field as‑built drawings for project. Completes requests for information (RFI) and helps project manager with change management. Coordinates timely arrival of parts, equipment, construction materials, and installation with field personnel and vendors.

Develops or assists in the development of purchase orders, subcontracts, change orders, and applications for payment to the client. Develops simple to complex scopes of work. Performs surveying functions and verifies final locations and elevations. Prepares required documentation records such as:
Project Execution Plans (PXPs), conforming bid documents from addenda, status reports and meeting minutes, Operations and Maintenance manuals, warranties, spare parts, and punch lists. Assists design engineers and labor/subcontractors to determine solutions for unexpected site conditions. Develops agendas and attends project meetings with project team, subcontractor, and owner. May independently manage small and/or basic pieces of construction projects. Prepares project scheduling and financial analyses and spreadsheets of moderate complexity for routine and non‑routine project reporting.

Collects and updates engineering and construction information to reflect most current plans/requirements. Develops detailed baseline schedules for engineering and construction portion of projects including developing Work Breakdown Structures (WBSs), activity logic ties and dependencies, and activity durations. Works with project controls team to update the project schedule with actual progress including changing durations or logic ties as necessary to manage the critical path.

Work with the project manager and project controls…