Estimator - Millis Development & Construction

Title: Estimator

Location: Missouri City, Texas

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Millis Development & Construction is a general contractor headquartered in Houston that focuses on commercial construction projects that have a landscape architect as the lead consultant. We provide our clients with quality large-scale parks, recreation centers, bridges, hardscape, and landscape which become the framework for active communities.

Summary

We are looking for an Estimator with construction experience including, but not limited to, commercial buildings, earthwork, and concrete. This person will prepare accurate estimates for projects by gathering information from construction plans and specifications. This person will provide knowledge of cost and benefits that support profitable business decisions. The ideal candidate will have excellent numerical skills and an analytical mindset.

Duties

• Responsible for GMPs, lump sum bidding, and bid package coordination
• Perform quantity takeoffs (PlanSwift)
• Attend prebid meetings, site visits and bid turn ins
• Prepare work to be estimated by gathering specs, plans and proposals. Review and verify scope of work
• Prepare accurate and complete cost estimates (HeavyBid)
• Prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade specific clarifications and comprehensive bid packages.
• Solicit quotes from suppliers and subcontractors, qualify proposals
• Develop and maintain subcontractor/supplier list. Actively increase subcontractor pool
• Develop strong, professional relationships with key vendors and customers
• Demonstrate ability to pay attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to make reliable predictions as it relates to cost and be comfortable estimating across all scopes of work
• Complete Post Bid Activities
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years’ experience as a commercial estimator
• Experience with civil site development (earthwork, underground wet/dry utilities and flatwork)
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of study preferred
• Ability to read plans and specifications
• Experience with HeavyBid or similar software
• Proficient with Microsoft Office & take off software
• Experience with Agtek or similar software helpful
• High sense of accountability and ability to handle multiple priorities at once
• Self-motivated
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Team oriented, cooperative, and collaborative
• Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of construction practices and methods including contracts, estimating, specifications, scheduling, safety, and equipment
• Must have knowledge and understanding of unit costs and the factors that affect construction cost
• Must have experience with the bidding process: soliciting bids, communicating with the bidders, evaluating subcontractor proposals, using bid tally sheets, etc.
• A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.
• Strong organizational skills, analytical and mathematical skills, detail oriented, positive, and proactive attitude, working well with a team, analytical, and always willing to share or learn more

Join Millis and become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Apply today and help us build a brighter future! Please include resume and salary requirements in your submission.

THE MILLIS VISION

Millis’ responsibility is to improve the community around us, through happier employees, loyal customers, and high-quality work. We strive to create a better future together, leaving a lasting impact on everyone as we help mold the communities we serve.

THE MILLIS MISSION

We instill the values of integrity, family, community, quality, and safety in our employees to ensure we exceed our clients’ expectations. We provide our clients with quality parks, bridges, infrastructure, and recreation centers upon which the foundation of a community is built.