Residential Construction Estimator

This position will be responsible for developing detailed cost estimates utilizing experience with conceptual estimating for both negotiated and hard bids.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Project estimation for remodels and new builds

• Participate in the preparation of conceptual cost models, budgets and feasibility models based on historical cost data and/or subcontractor input as appropriate

• Identify and report problems or deficiencies to the Project Manager

• Analyze Project program, specifications, design, costs, and subcontractor input; provide comparisons, cost-saving, and value engineering options

• Must have the ability to explain details behind each estimate, including the basis of the man-hours allocated for each task, personnel resources needed to execute each task, etc.

• Provide estimating review support to the development team

• Prepare project cost estimates from the client’s RFQ documents and drawings and any other information learned during the pre-bid showing

• Maintain lines of communications between company departments, project manager, and client with regards to cost estimating activities

• Focuses on recruiting, vetting and establishing new vendor partnerships

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in producing accurate and complete job cost estimates for all phases of residential construction

• An extensive knowledge of architectural and engineering drawings

• Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

• Thorough working knowledge of Auto Desk Design Review

• A thorough knowledge of all trades

• Strong organizational and people skills

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment

• Strong problem solving skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $90,000 - $100,000