Public Estimator

Job Description

Responsibilities :

• Manage daily estimating workload with timely and accurate execution of the entire estimate deliverable process.
• Conduct initial analysis of plans and specifications to ensure required documentation is present and determine scope of work, project schedule / duration, etc. Critically analyze bid documents and understand risk and opportunities.
• Build, develop, and maintain a strong, trusting, and respectful relationship with stakeholders, including owners, subcontractors, vendors, engineers, consultants, and the public during all phases of preconstruction.
• Develop detailed and accurate project estimates, including takeoffs and costs for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Solicit, review, and analyze subcontractor and vendor pricing on all bids to be certain we have sufficient coverage on scope, project requirements, risks, qualifications / exclusions, etc.
• Manage minority business goals, good faith efforts, wage scale requirements, bid alternates, bid allowances, unit prices and other components of a compliant Bid Submission.
• Review all project specific bid documents (scope letters, specifications, exhibits, RFI’s, addendums, etc) and factor these into the cost estimate prior to submittal of bid.
• Lead estimate review meetings with management personnel by clearly communicating and reviewing scope of work, project schedule, risk / opportunities, cost estimates, subcontractor & vendor quotes, and all other pertinent information in order to thoroughly review a construction bid prior to submitting to an owner.
• Coordinate and develop preliminary schedules ensuring timely completion of all construction activities to meet client needs, identifying potential scheduling conflicts, and developing mitigation strategies to avoid delays.
• Prepare proposals and other materials presented to the owner, general contractor, etc. on a project, ensuring that our proposal sufficiently communicates the pricing and scope of work.
• Work closely with Preconstruction Management Team to follow up with clients on submitted proposals and budgets and provide proposal modifications as necessary to meet the needs of our clients up until contract execution.
• Actively participate in pre-bid meetings, site tours, proposal presentations, scope reviews, and owner meetings as required.
• Prepare and conduct a thorough handoff of estimating knowledge and bid documents to the project management team in a timely manner to set projects up for success.
• Build, develop, and strengthen relationships with subcontractors and suppliers. Continuously update and maintain vendor database in estimating software programs.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, new technologies, local specifications, and government regulations that could affect project costs.
• Create & maintain a culture that values safety, health, ethics, & environmental stewardship.

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