Sr Estimator

Multifamily Experience a plus. Large bonuses; best in class Benefits - Free lunch Tuesday/Thursday, Gym Membership, Rent Discounts, Free hotel stays + all the typical. This won't last long.

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Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our company, aims to enhance the quality of multifamily housing throughout the country through real estate development and property management. We have developed over $2 billion worth of real estate. Our property management branch has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the US for three consecutive years on the Inc. 5000 list. Our team is motivated by meaningful work, a business-oriented mindset, and limitless opportunities for advancement.

Why join us?

Large bonuses; best-in-class benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance including HSA
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability insurance
• 401k Match
• Equity Opportunity with Match
• Competitive PTO and Paid Holidays
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Free Stays in our Properties' Guest Suites
• Rent Discount if you choose to live at one of our properties
• Free Weekly Office lunches and Fully Stocked Fridge
• Monthly Social Outings
• Shorter Friday Workdays During Summer

Job Details

As an Estimator you will support current project operations and site goal objectives while ensuring compliance with regulatory, corporate and site requirements of market-rate and affordable construction projects. In a given day, you may:

• Coordinate closely with architects and engineers during all phases of design to value engineer most cost effective solutions for building materials and scopes of work to streamline bidding process
• Critically evaluate plan documents to offer cost saving solutions to design
• Prepare bids and cost estimates that cover every aspect of projects
• Evaluate and provide alternates on project specifications, even if unlisted, to provide options to owners for additional cost savings
• Site visits (if required) to examine projects, gather information and assess scope of work
• Work closely with owners representatives to achieve project goals during contracting phase
• Estimate equipment, manpower, cost and quantities of almost every material required to accomplish each project, and determine whether special machinery is required
• Coordinate with department personnel to assist them in establishing the project scope and standards of construction projects
• Assists the project manager in initial sequencing of construction activities, outlining components such as labor, materials and equipment
• Able to interpret plans and specifications, perform takeoffs, develop estimates ranging from conceptual level to detailed lump sum estimates across various disciplines, evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes
• Markup drawings as required to detail work to be accomplished
• Assist in the establishment of job priorities based on contract guidelines
• Must also be able to coordinate team activities, conduct project cost estimate review meetings, and interface with management
• Ability to lead the estimating effort with minimal supervision
• Assess site availability of water, electricity, and other services
• Track and improve estimating standards for accuracy and efficiency

Requirements

• 5+ years of estimating and/or project management experience in multifamily residential new building construction
• BS Degree in Construction Management or related field
• High school diploma or GED with 5-10 years of related experience
• Knowledge of current building codes and ADA laws
• Experience with site construction, precast, wood framing, and interior finishes
• A demonstrated understanding of multifamily construction means and methods
• Experience in alternative building methods and value engineering
• Microsoft Office suite to include Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Outlook. Microsoft Project scheduling software Bluebeam. Procore - Project Management and Financial Management Tools
• Ability to work independently to establish pricing throughout early phases of design to final budget
• Review all construction documentation, owner building standards and finish schedules to create scopes for bidding
• Experience with typical construction cost estimating and budgeting
• Ability to negotiate, draft, and execute subcontract agreements and commitments for all phases of construction
• Well organized and ability to properly manage time commitments
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, understanding that your scheduled workdays may vary according to staffing and project needs
• Entrepreneurial ownership mindset -makes smart decisions for business, puts clients and teammates first, collaborative, inquisitive, self-motivated, and operates on trust (not fear).
• High integrity - trusted, direct, truthful. Embodies confidence and admits mistakes.
• Works as a team player. Operates with the understanding that we do our best when we work together.
• Passionate about your work and our company goals and vision.
• Strive to achieve ambitious goals - loves to be challenged, determined to win, works tirelessly to achieve results.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities within established deadlines.
• Ability to perform the physical functions of the position, which may include sitting for long periods of time at a computer
• Maintain neat, well-groomed, professional appearance.

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