Estimating Intern

ABOUT POWER :

Founded in 1926, our company culture celebrates an entrepreneurial spirit and we've never stopped looking for smart ways to evolve. Power is a management-owned commercial construction company that focuses on the greater Chicago metro area while also serving clients nationwide. With annual revenue of $1.4 billion and a professional staff of more than 450, Power is regarded as one of Chicago's most respected large construction companies.

We are builders. We crave being in the field and share an appetite for moving ever-forward. Our leaders are actively engaged, our employees build long-term careers, and we foster trade partner relationships that drive customer value. We believe that bringing diverse perspectives together helps foster stronger outcomes. We are driven to wow our clients and business partners, improve our processes, hire the right people, and help them grow. Most importantly, it's what allows us to fulfill our fundamental promise : to exceed expectations, every time.

POSITION SUMMARY :

The primary function of the Estimating Intern is to support our project teams in the development of accurate budgets and estimates from program through guaranteed maximum price.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Work with the entire preconstruction team in various capacities
• Assist estimating team with quantity take-offs
• Interpret and accurately compare contractor proposals through detailed bid analysis sheet
• Contact and maintain relations with trade partners for current market pricing
• Assist in maintaining historical cost database and as well as subcontractor database
• Maintain good working knowledge of current unit costs and building costs / sf
• Navigate and utilize information contained in building models
• Participate in active project site visits

LEARNING GOALS

POSITION REQUIREMENTS :

COMPENSATION DETAILS :

Hourly Rate : Starting at $22.00 / hour