Job Description
Grace Point Contracting LLC is seeking a Construction Estimator to join our exterior contracting firm. This position will be responsible for the department in providing timely, accurate, complete, and fairly priced bids to our prospective and established customers. As well as working directly with Project Managers during preconstruction to facilitate successful project completion.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Analyze projects on a pre-bid basis for strengths and weaknesses
Work with General Management to negotiate new work with established clients
Prepare weekly bid calendar and delegate projects to estimating staff
Review estimates and revisions for completeness and accuracy
Prepare Estimates in detail for various multifamily and commercial projects
Prepare construction budgets by studying plans, updating specifications, identifying and projecting costs for each elevation
Prepare and deliver preconstruction cost analysis to management
Ensure timely completion of estimates
Follow up on award status of potential projects
Manage bid pricing from all vendors, negotiate pricing as necessary
Change order estimating and management
Assist Project Managers and other company personnel on preconstruction efforts
Monitor costs and trends in the marketplace
Foster and maintain outstanding rapport subcontractors and vendors
Assist as needed with special projects and marketing materials
Required Skills:
Strong working knowledge of digital take-off software – Planswift or Equivalent
High Energy
Highly organized, approachable, and detail oriented
Excellent Verbal and Written Communication skills
Ability to learn new concepts quickly
Strong presentation skills
Capacity to analyze and anticipate customer needs
Resourcefulness to provide unique and creative solutions to individual situations by using independent judgement and/or in collaboration
Education & Qualifications:
Estimators must have an understanding of the construction industry and how construction projects progress.
A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Construction (preferred, not required) or equivalent experience
5 years of Construction Background (Preferred not required)
Candidate Must pass a pre-employment drug test and a background check.
Compensation & Benefits:
Job Type: Full-time
Competitive and steady pay
Year-round local work
Monday - Friday work week, weekends are YOURS and the schedule is flexible.
Advancement and growth opportunities
Paid sick days
Great team environment and open-door communication. Easy access to management and support personnel
If you are a candidate interested in this position please send us a cover letter describing your work history and experience with your resume.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person