Ideal Candidate

The Estimator is responsible for all aspects of estimating the most complex and large-scale jobs, including pre-construction, hard bids, negotiated bids, budgets, general conditions, systems studies and comparisons, value engineering, subcontractor relations and staying abreast of industry developments applicable to estimating. Must have Commercial Experience and Public Works experience is a plus.

Position Responsibilities:

• Supporting our Preconstruction Team
• Prepares detailed quantity surveys and conceptual cost estimates from the early conceptual phase through construction plans
• Prepares variance summaries between estimates
• Prepares budgets
• Oversees subcontracting process, prepares detailed bid package estimates by trade, and assists with the preconstruction team to develop written bid packages.
• Prepares an in-house budget and GMP
• Prepares quantity take-offs and applies unit pricing for material and labor to establish a value for the work.
• Understand the full scope of the project through document review and asking questions of the design team and owner.
• Manages Subcontractor solicitations & selection process.

• Active Listening Skills
• Exceptional Math skills(calculus, statistics) and Financial Analysis
• Bilingual; optional but very helpful to communicate with a diverse workforce
• Understand and interpret direction quickly and efficiently
• Interpret oral and written instructions and directions from multiple people
• Confront and resolve issues, make decisions
• People-ability to communicate effectively with a culturally and ethnically diverse workforce.
• Analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and develop and implement sound courses of action
• Proven ability to multi-task, change priorities, and handle stress to meet deadlines
• Superior oral and writing presentation skills
• Represent the company and its interests in a professional and conscientious manner

• Work smart, work hard, and get it done; whatever it takes
• Accountability and ownership of work product
• Tenacious attention to detail
• Positive Can Do and Passionate attitude
• Innovative, Creative, Edgy

• 5 years of experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and/or
• Master's degree in and/or Construction Management /Civil Engineering desirable
• Proven Analytical skills in problem-solving, quality focus investigative skills in process improvement.
• Understanding of the principles of Construction Management,
• Knowledge of Technology Programs, Timberline, On-Screen Take-Off, and Excel
• Proficient in relevant computer applications

This position description is a summary and not a complete representation of the position; the essential functions of the position may change as duties are assigned.

Build Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other unlawful factor. Build Group complies with all applicable laws, including those regarding the consideration of qualified applicants with criminal histories such as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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