Sr/Lead Estimator at Jobot
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314
About the Job
GC Experience, Versed in Multiple Trades
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Morgan Geary
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and sending us your resume.
Salary: $50,000 - $200,000 per year
A bit about us:
Construction Company- Commercial, Multi-Family, Education, Healthcare, Municipal, etc.
Why join us?
Job Details
o Conceptual, Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Documents.
Educational, Skills, and Experience Requirements
Working Conditions
Physical requirements include the following:
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button.
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Morgan Geary
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button
and sending us your resume.
Salary: $50,000 - $200,000 per year
A bit about us:
Construction Company- Commercial, Multi-Family, Education, Healthcare, Municipal, etc.
Why join us?
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Additional supplemental benefits such as disability insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, life insurance
Job Details
- Prepare estimates with the proper level of detail for all design stages:
o Conceptual, Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Documents.
- Create subcontractor bidders list for the solicitation process with SmartBid or other solicitation programs as may be utilized.
- Write the specific and general instructions to bidders and required bid forms.
- Compile and writes a scope of work checklist for each trade during the bid process.
- Review subcontractor and supplier bids for conformity to plans and specifications.
- Research construction documents and analyze specifications to determine estimated costs.
- Work with the operations team throughout the preconstruction process in reviewing plans and specifications for constructability issues and determining general requirements on the project.
- Read and study bid package documents to ensure compliance and ensure that all bids are prepared consistently with those documents (instructions to bidders, plans, specifications, etc.).
- Manage and track multiple preconstruction projects at once.
- Review design documents for proper information to receive accurate pricing from subcontractors and suppliers, generates acceptable value engineering ideas, and prepares life-cycle costing.
- Prepare quantity take-offs and estimates costs of materials, labor, and use of equipment required.
- Participate in turnover meetings from preconstruction department to operations department.
- Assist the operations team in planning procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of construction.
- Assist with preparation of RFP responses and presentations.
Educational, Skills, and Experience Requirements
- Four (4) year postsecondary degree in a related field (building science, construction management, civil engineering, etc.) required. Relevant work experience will be considered in lieu of degree/certification.
- At least five (5) years’ estimating experience preferred.
- Ability to read and understand contracts and engineering and architectural drawings and specifications.
- Strong analytical skills
- Demonstrated ability in these areas: interpersonal skills; computer skills; ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the project, both written and oral.
- Proficiency with MS Excel, MS Word, iSqFt, SmartBid, On-Screen Takeoff
Working Conditions
Physical requirements include the following:
- General work environment – sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning
- Noise level is usually low to medium
- Occasional lifting/moving of up to 30 lbs.
- Regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
- Hearing and speaking ability sufficient to carry on a conversation with another individual (or groups of individuals) in person and over the telephone.
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Salary
50,000 - 200,000 /year