Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

Estimator

Position Summary:

Integrate Construction Partners is defining a better way to build. Founded in 2004 as Lawrence Group Projects, we have delivered multiple sizes and types of projects from historic renovations to new construction for corporate, healthcare, multifamily and entertainment clients. From day one, our team has focused on creating great partnerships built on teamwork, transparency, and trust. Our new name, Integrate Construction Partners, embodies this approach and our commitment to building collaborative partnerships with owners, architects, developers, subcontractors, and suppliers to help our clients achieve value-driven building solutions.

• Legendary:
  We strive to be legendary, from the service we provide to our impact on the community.
• Innovation:
  We’re driven by ideas and creativity. We take calculated risks and embrace opportunities.
• Growth:
  We seek sustainable growth for our clients, our organization, and our employees.
• Heart:
  We lead with heart. We celebrate, appreciate and care for each other.
• Trust:
  We rely on trust to pursue excellence. We speak honestly, act transparently and honor our commitments.

The Estimator is responsible for the daily management, coordination and successful completion of the assigned project estimating and preconstruction efforts. This includes conceptual estimates at early stages of project design (SD, DD, 50% CD) as well as soliciting and obtaining subcontractor and supplier bids for projects nearing the construction phase. Additional responsibilities may include hosting pre-bid walk throughs, attending client meetings, attending design meetings, cost savings option development, preliminary project schedules and phasing/sequencing plans, etc.

• Promote the growth and development of Subcontractor and Supplier relationships.
• Represent the Company and project teams in a positive manner in all project meetings.
• Able to meet deadlines on multiple projects under different stages of progress in a positive and productive manner.
• Responsible for the solicitation of subcontractors and suppliers for bids, confirming bid coverage prior to bid day, receiving and organizing bids received, scoping bids received, preparation of construction estimates, and submittal of bids on bid day.
• Participation in the preparation of the preliminary construction schedule for estimating purposes, staffing requirements and logistics plan with Project Manager and Director of Preconstruction.
• Responsible for the preparation of the General Conditions estimate and reviews with Director of Preconstruction and the assigned project executive.
• Responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of all estimates.
• Maintain in current fashion all estimating records, studies, unit prices, etc.
• Responsible for preparing clear, concise and efficient subcontractor/supplier bid packages.
• Leads the efforts in evaluating and analyzing subcontractor proposals and in preparation of subcontracts in transition to Project Manager.
• All other duties as assigned.

• A four-year college degree in engineering, construction management, building construction or similar is preferable and a minimum of three years of construction estimating experience.
• St. Louis market knowledge is required. Previous experience performing work out of state is a plus.
• Knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions and trade practices.
• Demonstrate imaginative, innovative and succinct approach to a project.
• Excellent oral and written skills required.
• Excellent computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft office suite programs.
• Proficient in use of construction project scheduling software programs.
• Experience with bid solicitation and quantity take off software.
• Proven proficiency in conceptual estimates and a Design-Build preconstruction philosophy is a plus.

Director of Preconstruction

This position may manage interns from time to time.

This job is an in office position with occasional trips to jobsites…