Estimator - Merdian, Idaho

The Estimator develops detailed estimates and budgets by collaborating with trade partners and vendors, conducting quantity take-offs, and referencing historical cost data. They play a critical role in laying the groundwork for project success by ensuring all potential costs and preconstruction factors are thoroughly evaluated and incorporated into the estimate.

• Maintain broad technical knowledge of construction practices, safety regulations, building systems, codes, and sustainable design.
• Analyze project documents and site conditions to understand project scope, logistics, and feasibility.
• Conduct industry research to stay current with trends, methods, materials, and costs.
• Develop preliminary schedules and actively participate in design and coordination meetings.
• Support project transition by leading hand-off meetings and providing detailed project history to the Operations team.

• Prepare comprehensive estimates through quantity take-offs, collaboration with trade partners, and use of historical cost data.
• Perform conceptual (ROM) and detailed estimates for assigned scopes, including key trades like concrete, lumber, and millwork.
• Lead estimating efforts as Bid or Scope Captain when assigned, delegating responsibilities and managing timelines.
• Maintain document control, track revisions, and manage critical items, general conditions, and assumptions.
• Provide cost updates throughout design development, support value engineering, and contribute to post-project reviews to refine cost data.

• Foster strong relationships with design teams, owners, and trade partners to clarify scope, resolve issues, and align on project goals.
• Maintain a database of qualified vendors and trade partners and assist in assessing capabilities in coordination with Risk Management.

• Develop and distribute bid instructions, RFIs, and addenda, and ensure sufficient bid coverage through outreach and plan rooms.
• Analyze and level bids, identify gaps or overlaps, and verify accuracy of final pricing and inclusions.
• Coordinate internal bid reviews, submit proposals, and ensure materials and methods meet project specifications.
• Provide timely feedback to bidders and support selection of trade partners.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.