Position Title: Estimator
Function/Overview:
Responsibilities consist of supporting the Preconstruction Process which encompasses the following areas:
- Communication
- Budgeting
- Bidding
- Process Development & Management
The Estimator is responsible for assisting the Preconstruction Manager in the overall function of the Preconstruction Process through specific tasks or management of several tasks. A successful Estimator will require effective organization and communication skills, systems management, accuracy, initiative, decision making, influence, prioritizing, and flexibility.
Performance Expectation
Commitment to deadlines
Accuracy
Standardization
Adaptability
Strong Internal & external relationships
Timeliness
The Estimator is responsible for:
Communication
1.Weekly, daily, and/or monthly reporting:
a. To executives and preconstruction manager
2. Meeting / collaboration with:
a. Staff, clients, and trade contractors
Budgeting
1. Develop and/or perform detailed quantity take-offs and pricing
2. Develop and/or assist with value engineering considerations
3. Develop and/or assist with trade/bid category cost
4. Evaluate owner budgets
5. Team organization/leadership for large estimates
6. Review bid documents for how they affect pricing and risk
7. Prepare total project cost estimates
8. Coordinate design intent with Architect Review all estimates to ensure company consistency/standards
9. Constructability review
10. Site visits
Bidding
1. Bid process assistance
2. Bid checklist management
3. Identify scope/trades necessary for the project
4. Understand upfront documents/Division 0 and 1 & implement
5. Develop bidders list
6. Coordinate reprographics and plan distribution
7. Preconstruction RFI management
8. Addenda review
9. Receive bids and coordinate and compare subcontract quotations for a complete scope of work
10. Bid archiving
Process Development & Management
1. Maintain relationships with top subcontractor list
2. Prolog database maintenance
3. Master call sheet maintenance
4. Maintain historic cost procedure
5. Develop "standard" unit cost sheet for typical scopes
Tilden-Coil References
Company Service Model
Production Manual
Safety Manual
Employee Handbook
Insurance Manual
Injury & Illness Prevention Program
Advanced Responsibilities:
- Preconstruction Process Developing: Planning, Budgeting, Coordination, Bid Process
- Preconstruction Manager responsibilities
- Market trend and construction economics tracking and logging
- Preparation of subcontract scopes
- Teach and develop PM's, PE's & bid team to estimate
Recommended Computer Skills:
- Prolog Manager
- Primavera P6
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
- Estimating Programs
Recommended Education:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction, Civil Engineering or equivalent continuing education
Physical Demands:
This office position requires the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand, as necessary. Involves walking, effective communication, listening, using hands to operate office equipment. Vision abilities required for computer work, reading, writing, typing, data entry and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be required to push, pull, lift and /or carry up to twenty pounds; attempt no greater weight without assistance. The noise level in the work environment is an active open office.
Location:
This is an in-office position, located in Riverside, California. Candidates will need to relocate to the area if required prior to employment to be considered.
The intent of the job description is to provide a general outline of the employment title. Specific responsibilities may vary depending on the individual requirements of the specific project and direction from the immediate supervisor.
Location- Riverside, CA
Department- 30-Preconstruction
Employment Type- Full-Time
Minimum Experience- Experienced
Compensation- $75,000-$100,000