Precon Estimator- Bronx NY - All Trades- Affordable Housing

Pre-Construction Estimator

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Estimator will be working under the Chief estimator / Preconstruction manager and responsible for coordinating preconstruction services and preparing conceptual budgets and full cost estimates for public and private projects ranging in size from $200K to $50M.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Interface directly with clients, architects, engineers, as required

· Perform preliminary site inspections

· Read and interpret plans and specifications

· Identify plan discrepancies and scheduling contingencies

· Identify opportunities for value engineering

· Define and develop scopes of work

· Develop and maintain bid list and relationships with local subcontractors

· Obtain bids from subcontractors

· Negotiate with subcontractors and vendors

· Assist with construction timelines and scheduling parameters

· Prepare accurate and comprehensive conceptual budgets and job cost proposals, including GMP, lump sum and design-build bids

· Prepare client bid packages

TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

· Knowledge of current unit pricing

· Proficient in quantity take-offs and square foot estimating

· Professional verbal and written communication skills

· Thorough understanding of current building construction systems, means and methods

· Familiarity with current local building codes

· Familiarity with construction safety requirements

· Familiarity with construction contracts, construction law, and bonding and insurance requirements

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

· Exhibits concern for client needs from start to finish

· Ability to nurture relationships that lead to repeat business

· Professional demeanor when interacting with clients, professionals and subcontractors to positively represent the firm

· Interest and willingness to contribute to organizational structure and process development within the firm

· Thrives in a collaborative and cooperative team environment

· Enthusiastic, personally motivated, and hardworking

· Extremely well organized

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Task and detail oriented in performing necessary documentation

· Ability to prioritize and manage resources

· Ability to deliver results on time

EDUCATION

· Bachelor’s degree in construction related field

XPERIENCE

· 5 years minimum preconstruction estimating

COMPUTER LITERACY

· Strong skills in MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook

· On-screen take-off experience (strongly preferred)