Construction Cost Estimator
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Job Location:
Jacksonville, FL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Summary:Reporting to the Sr. Estimator the Cost Estimator coordinates people subcontractors software and resources required to deliver accurate estimates. Projects range from fully defined competitive bids to conceptual designbuild efforts and task orders. The Estimator also maintains the company bid schedule and ensures deadlines are met.
Key Tasks
Review project plans and specifications and confirm full scope with the teamIdentify risks evaluate magnitude and propose mitigation options
Solicit and organize subcontractor and supplier pricing
Prepare bid instructions bid forms and related documents
Perform or manage quantity takeoffs and pricing for internal budgets in software applications
Develop conceptual budgets from limited information
Review general conditions schedules scopes of work site logistics and related exhibits
Maintain and document project information throughout the bid process
Review and scope specialty contractor bids
Coordinate insurance and bonding requirements with Construction leadership
Align cost estimate proposals with Business Development and Marketing requirements
Collaborate with Operations on constructability reviews
Track and communicate construction and material cost trends
Analyze alternate methods and valueengineering options
Build strong relationships with clients design teams contractors and suppliers
Assist Project Management with transitioning awarded projects into preconstruction
Participate in job kickoff meetings and project information transfers
Price change impacts as needed
Education and Training Requirements:
- Bachelors degree or 5-10 years of industry experience.
- 35 years estimating or construction field experience; ideally 5 years of estimating experience working with a commercial or federal estimating department estimating projects in excess of $2 million dollars.
- MII2 software experience preferred but not required.
Knowledge Skill and Competency Requirements:
Proficiency with estimating software (SAGE RS Means Bluebeam ONSCREEN Takeoff)Strong math and computer skills; proficient in MS Office
Expertise in Commercial vertical construction estimating for federal and private sectors; General Contracting Estimating preferred
Ability to understand estimating software and to be able to transition to all online platforms as they develop for use
Strong teamwork communication and organizational skills
Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines
Willingness to follow corporate policies and travel minimally as required
Strong work ethic attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies
Security clearance preferred
Strong commitment to safety
Other:
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance.
- Valid drivers license and insurance.
Disclaimer: This is not to be an exclusive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of the person in this job. G.M. Hill Engineering Inc. (GMHILL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. GMHILL considers all applicants for employment without regard to race color sex national origin religion age physical or mental disability family responsibility marital status sexual orientation political affiliation veterans status or any other legal protected status. The candidate selected must pass a thorough background check (including E-Verify) federal security clearance processes and comply with GMHILLs Drug and Alcohol policy adhering to pre-employment random post-accident and for cause testing.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
About Company
Based out of Jacksonville, Florida, GM HILL is a certified 8(a), Woman-Owned Small business focusing on four key AE industry services Engineering, Architecture, Construction, and design-build construction services for Federal, Commercial, Institutional, and Residential clients.
