Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

POSITION SUMMARY

Develops from exposure to construction basics to mastering construction basics and understands how a project comes together. Earns trust and becomes a trusted team member both internally to Mc Cown Gordon  and the Trade Partner Community. Develops trade partner & vendor relationships in the industry. Understands buildings and building systems (structure, MEP, envelope, etc.). Reviews, comprehends, and analyzes proposals‑asking questions as needed to trade partners and suppliers.

• Assists the Lead Estimator in setting up the estimate.
• Develops understanding of company estimating platforms and systems.
• Obtains exposure to preconstruction fundamentals and basics.
• Attends and participates in project meetings and produces meeting minutes.
• If desired, cross‑trains within Mc Cown Gordon  (field engineer or project engineer).
• Manages RFI, Prebid notes and questions.
• Presents information to internal Mc Cown Gordon  team efficiently.
• Attends trade partner networking events.
• Develops relationships with trade partners through events, solicitation and scope review process.

• Obtains exposure to costs by collecting and reviewing trade partner and supplier quotes.
• Reviews scope of work from project team or bid documents to analyze trade partners bids/proposals for completeness.
• Collects and organizes trade partner and supplier proposals.
• Ensures bids include specified materials are available for the project.

• Follows up with trade partners prior to bidding to determine whether they are participating in the bid.
• Populates trade partner and supplier contact information to the bid tabs. Assists Lead Estimator in populating scope content for the bid tab sheets and analyzing bids.
• Learns and masters fundamentals of conducting a quantity survey.
• Learns and masters company software for quantity survey and keeps up with proper organization of associated electronic files.
• Reviews the complete set of documents for items to be quantified.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

The position requires work in an office environment.

Note:

This job description reflects a summary of the job and does not prescribe or restrict the responsibilities that may be assigned. The job description is subject to change at any time.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Associate

Full‑time

Project Management, Finance, and Strategy/Planning

Construction, Architecture and Planning, and Engineering Services

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