Multifamily Pre-Construction Estimator - Wood Frame/Podium Deals

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Preconstruction Estimators (PCE) role is to assist the Vice President of Pre-construction, Senior Project Manager, and other operations staff members with preconstruction pursuits from preliminary bids to budgets procurement. PCE will primarily be responsible for setting up and maintain preconstruction project records, subcontractor solicitations, scope estimating and analyzing assigned projects. PCE will also be involved in the assisting the project team during the buy-out and scope development for awarded projects.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

- Exempt position
- Worksite location at construction jobsite trailer, or main offices, depending on company needs
- Reports to Project Manager and all executive members of the company
- Works closely with Vice President of Pre-construction and Project Manager

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES / TASKS (including but not limited to):

- Review design documents and complete an accurate quantity take-off for assigned scopes of work
- Actively review scope and quantity information with subcontractors in advance of bid day and draft a Comparison of Bid (COB) sheet and insure a complete scope of work
- Identify and solicit the right subcontractors for various preconstruction pursuits and insure adequate subcontractor coverage in each scope of work
- Communicate persistently with subcontractors regarding involvement / interest in preconstruction pursuits and diligently follow up to review project scope and pricing prior to bid day
- Responsible for setting up the estimate bid binder
digital file, bidders contact list, and invitations for preconstruction projects
- Review design iterations, addendum, updates, etc. and identify changes in scope that may result in cost changes. Update COB to reflect the changes and adequately communicate said changes to bidders to insure inclusion in bidders pricing. Make sure bidders received updated design documents.
- Manage all project files, including but not limited to plans, permits, supplemental information
- Memorialize and distribute all meeting minutes within 24hrs
- Develop professional letters and memos as requested
- Develop and maintain good working relationships with development partners, architects, consultants, engineers, subcontractors, other project specialists and team members to achieve mutual goals;
- Organize project-related tasks with key contributors to ensure adherence to project goal

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

- Graduate from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in construction science, engineering, architecture, or other related field and/or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of estimating and quantity take off experience
- Construction experience a plus

SKILLS AND SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE:

- Experienced in blue print reading, estimating and developing budgets
- Analyzing information, reporting skills, quality focus
- Recent working knowledge and competence of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and MS Project
- Knowledge and experience in Procore or similar Project Management Software is a plus
- Ability to handle stress
pressure of deadlines
- Must be self-motivated, detail oriented and willing to work in a fast paced, yet dynamic environment
- Must know how to take on various duties in short time, and be able to take initiative when needed
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment
- Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, time management, organizational, and problem solving skills
- Understands how to prioritize tasks and make decisions within established guidelines and policies
- Maintain company confidentiality
- Bilingual in Spanish is a plus

PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

- Must have the physical ability to walk/stand for extended periods of time on an active jobsite throughout all phases of construction
- Must have the ability to judge distances and spatial relationships, distinguish color and lift up to 25 pounds
- Must have a valid driver license and adequate insurance to travel for the company

We are willing to offer excellent compensation projects including:
- Competitive base salary (DOE)
- Strong bonus structure
- Benefits
- Gas and Cell Allowance
- PTO
Sick Leave
- 401(k) retirement plan
- And more...