Estimator

Structure Tone Philadelphia is seeking an Estimator for interior projects to support our office. The Estimator will be responsible for budgeting bidding leveling and awarding a diverse set of projects; continuing to support the project team throughout all phases of construction. The position will require involvement in several projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Manage the estimating process on assigned projects totaling $50 - $100M per year.

• Prepare quantity take-offs for various levels of budgeting with a focus on commercial interior Life Science and/or pharmaceutical projects.

• Utilize Onscreen takeoff CMiC and excel to calculate record and track estimates.

• Engage with a centralized cost estimating database ensuring updated pricing is provided inclusive of union wage increases inflation and other market adjustments.

• Compile thorough scopes for subcontractor review during the level bid process.

• Solicit subcontractor bids ensuring each project receives 3-5 bids per trade and/or supplier group.

• Complete subcontractor bid review and descope ensuring conformance to project specifications code requirements material quality project schedule site logistics insurance and related items.

• Identify items that have been omitted and ensure a complete estimate is provided to the client enabling them to meet their financial objectives.

• Complete subcontractor purchasing process ensuring qualified subcontractors are utilized across various project types.

• Manage project kickoff and closeout meetings to ensure a smooth transition of information across the estimating engineering accounting and operations teams.

• Maintain engagement from bid phase through project completion for RFIs change management ticket pricing and subcontract execution.

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with clients subcontractors architects engineers and team members alike.

• Attend client meetings engage with and resolve issues regarding pricing and/or estimates participate in value engineering exercises as needed obtaining client approval and signoff.

• Participate in team collaboration and development enhancing the potential growth for both individual team members and the entire estimating department.

Qualifications:

• BS BA or relevant construction experience preferred. Preferred areas of study include construction management engineering or architecture.

• 5 years of experience in estimating purchasing and related duties.

• Requires excellent computer skills (MS Office/Excel).