Construction Assistant Estimator

Construction Assistant Estimator

Responsible for assisting lead estimators with completing estimates that are accurate and competitive. Develops relationships with subcontractors/vendors and seeks new subcontractors to bid work. Assists project team with construction buy-out. This position may require travel to project jobsite locations. Due to this, anyone in this position must have a clean background check and a valid, current driver's license. This position reports to the Vice President.

Assists lead estimators to develop estimates, budgets, quantity surveys and proposals accurately and competitively

Assists with project buyout and assists the Project Managers through construction to project closeout

Attends pre-bid conferences and site visits

Assists with bid day processes and proposal submission details

Assists with risk and opportunity analysis by performing a thorough review of all bidding documents and consulting with all team members

Assists in preparing estimates and provides help in completion of proposal composition and review and modification

Uses construction and estimating software to complete estimates and quantity take-off

Review and understand plans and specifications

Create project schedules for bids and assist in pre-construction, offering assistance for technical plans, budget, risk assessments and other work as needed

Provide critical design review and guidance to Design Team during the entire design process

Cultivate subcontractor and supplier relationships including seeking new relationships, answering inquiries and reviewing scopes of work

Build, maintain and improve relationships with facility managers and construction owners

Bachelor's degree in construction preferred

Design/Build Healthcare estimating experience is preferred

Competent skills with computer programs and on screen takeoff software

Strong proficiency with Microsoft Suite products and scheduling software

Exhibits high level ability to interpret plans and specifications

Understanding of direct and indirect costs to projects and exhibits a high level of understanding of project scopes and pricing

Scheduling preparation of proposals through proper capacity management, reducing last minute crisis management

Familiar with construction scheduling

Willing to travel for site visits and bid deliveries as needed

Ability to communicate effectively orally and written

Demonstrates a strong work ethic and a professional attitude towards colleagues

Proven initiative, positive attitude, team-oriented, self-motivated and highly enthusiastic

Ability to manage changing priorities, meet deadlines and adapt to a changing business environment

Ability to communicate in person, by phone and electronically

Ability to work on the computer for extended hours

Ability to travel by air, car or train and remain standing for long periods of time and navigate through construction sites

Light physical work; ability to lift, file, stoop up to 10 pounds

Could be subject to loud noises and changes in the environment temperature

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, marital status or protected veteran status.

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