Project Estimator - Manufacturing

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* love* your job when you’re surrounded by driven, passionate leaders. We show up every day and give it our all; not because we have to, but because we want to.## ## Demonstrates proficiency in all core estimating technical skills. Assists Lead Estimator on projects and leads smaller projects. Trains entry-level Estimators. Identifies design gaps and provides complete estimate. Assists with leading the preconstruction process.
** PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
**** Preconstruction
* ** Manages project estimates and coordinates with project team to manage the preconstruction process in a smooth and efficient manner.
* Assists or leads communication with design team and compiles questions and discusses with architect and client in written communication to clarify any unknown areas in the project.
* Participates in owner and project meetings.
* Develops understanding of planning, permitting, utilities, and sequence of the entire project (preconstruction through warranty) with project scheduling.
* Assists with development and coordination of preconstruction schedules to coordinate preconstruction tasks.
* Develops ability to understand, create, and implement PFP plan and overall project strategy.
* Understands and creates master budget and manages project team.
* Coordinates with and presents information to internal departments efficiently.
* Obtains exposure to tracking individual project preconstruction costs.
* If desired, cross-trains within Mc Cown Gordon  (field engineer or project engineer).
** Budget Development and Quantity Survey
*** Assists or leads the estimate development, including quantities and initial pricing as required by the contract or project team and reviews with Lead Estimator.
* Reviews, understands, and communicates risks, scopes, design gaps of project documents (specifications, plans, and front-end documents).
* Develops scopes of work to convey to the design team and client what has been included in the proposal.
* Works with Lead Estimator to define un-designed items that need to quantified or priced.
* Assists in establishing required estimate reports for review of Mc Cown Gordon  team prior to submittal.
* Completes clarifications as appropriate for each budget update or bid.
* Prepares estimates, including reviewing what is required to build a complete project.
* Identifies risk items associated with project and discusses them with the project team and identifies ways to mitigate the risk.
* Gains knowledge to review the quantity survey performed by others.
* Checks and reviews accuracy of quantities.
* Assists with development of cost strategy.
* Masters knowledge of waste factors and understands labor productivity based on project conditions.
** GMP Development and Bidding
*** Sets up bid tab sheets for trade partner bid process and analysis.
* Reviews the complete set of documents for items to be quantified, priced, and included in the proposal. Relays pertinent information to the project team.
* Leads bid and trade partner selection process.
* Coordinates with Senior Leadership for development and approval of GMP.
* Plays an active role in pre-bid meetings.
** Trade Partner & Project Development
*** Develops and manages trade partner bid list.
* Follows up with trade partners prior to bidding to verify phasing requirements and, determine whether they are participating in the bid and to answer questions.
* Confirms schedule with trade partners and material vendors to ensure materials and manpower is available to meet the client’s and Mc Cown Gordon ’s schedule.
* Identifies long lead items and risks.
* Ensures that materials are available for the project and included in bids by coordinating with trade partners market and suppliers.
* Leverages trade partner relationships in requesting and obtaining proposals.
* Attends networking events and continues to develop new and existing contacts with trade partners and design teams.
* Develops strategic relationships with industry professionals.
* Develops strong relationships with trade partners through work and professional outings.
** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
*** Bachelor’s Degree in…