What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Estimator position at Lakeside HR Group?
Lakeside HR Group has been engaged by our client to recruit a Construction Estimator.
We are an award-winning commercial general contractor based in Minneapolis. We specialize in multi-family, mixed use and hospitality projects. We have established ourselves as the go-to-firm when it comes to managing complex projects and delivering them to the highest standards. Our portfolio is filled with many success stories, but we are most proud of the strong relationships we have built and continue to grow. Our relationship-centered approach starts with our employees. We look for people who embody our values of hard work, safety, integrity, accountability, and collaboration. We want self-starters who take ownership in their work and value building and maintaining relationships every step along the way. We take pride in our desire to become better every day and providing our employees with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally. Company is committed to excellence and looking for people who will contribute to the company's growth.
What You'll Do :
- Calculate accurate labor, equipment, and material costs for wood frame and other commercial construction projects and remodels
- Review drawings and specifications to determine quantities and calculate pricing
- Coordinate subcontractor bids, including preparing bid invitations, reviewing incoming bids for scope and pricing, scheduling site visits with subcontractors to review the scope of projects, acquiring best pricing from subcontractors and suppliers, and developing bid presentations
- Communicate with low bidder for final overview and assure completeness of bid
- Develop and maintain positive communication with subcontractors and suppliers, including researching and qualifying new subcontractors and suppliers, and maintaining lists of preferred subcontractors and suppliers to present to clients
- Participate in pre-bid meetings, as necessary
- Prepare project documents, material release schedules, client information, project schedules and other documentation to assure a steady stream of information to the Project Managers
- Present to Owner and Architects as needed
Requirements :
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What You'll Get
A company provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to help you stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a great work / life blend. Our benefits include medical (two plan and network options), dental, vision, HSA plan with employer contribution, company paid life and disability insurance, 401(k) plus company match, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). On top of all that, you will be surrounded by awesome people who care deeply about what they do and will do whatever it takes to help YOU succeed.
Due to our company size, all employees have the opportunity for immediate involvement and impact in every aspect of their position. You won't find a better career in the commercial construction industry anywhere else. Let's talk! We'll prove it!
