Job Description

We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines. The successful candidate will possess:

Job Responsibilities includes (but may not be limited to):

• Performs accurate, thorough B3:B66 and timely quantity takeoffs using company format, detail and coding for all Masterformat (CSI), Uniformat and bid packages for all levels of project documents (schematic, design development and construction documents) that can be clearly understood by internal and external team members.
• Assist in developing estimates by evaluating drawings, building plans, specifications, & related documents.
• Assists in providing quantity comparison between estimate revisions.
• Prepares detailed estimate.
• Actively participates in the internal estimate review process.
• Assists in developing accurate and concise clarifications and assumptions with the project management team’s assistance.
• Develops accurate and concise clarifications and assumptions with the project management team’s assistance.
• Assists with final assembly of estimate for presentation to owner.
• Assists the buyout process.
• Leads the buyout process.
• Prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade specific scope of work and comprehensive bid packages.
• Directs, coordinates, and provides information and documents to subcontractors.
• Assist with pre-bid site walks and document existing conditions.
• Assist with subcontractor bid review and ensure scope of work is comprehensive.
• Prepare bid tallies for project team and owner review.
• Assists in the review of plans and specifications during the schematic design, design development and construction document phases of pre-construction.
• Leads in the technical review of plans and specifications during the schematic design, design development and construction document phases of pre-construction.
• Assist with reviews of milestone documents to identify and communicate the development of changes to the team.
• Obtains clarification on plans and specifications from architects and engineers when necessary.
• Conducts reviews of milestone documents to identify and communicate the development of changes to the team.
• Communicates with architects and consultants to clarify scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements, and documents these clarifications.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills internally with project management team, and externally architect, engineer, and subcontractors.
• Manage individual workload to accomplish tasks within given timeframes.
• Considers and understands problems and identifies appropriate solutions.
• Builds and maintains effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets customer’s expectations.
• Attends project site pre-bid meetings, site tours and post-bid interviews as required.
• Develops unit costs accurately and analyzes value management analysis options.
• Self-reliant in researching, understanding, and developing knowledge of building designs, systems, construction materials, and methods through available resources.
• Provides internal database input based on current market feedback for incorporation into database.
• Leads in the training and development of cost engineers.
• Works closely with new hires and/or new project teams to educate them on the way of doing business based on standard forms, programs, and operational standards.
• Provides support as needed to the project management teams as needed.
• Keeps current with latest estimating technology and techniques.
• Manages project budgets for preconstruction services.
• Manage time and utilize electronic timecard software in a timely manner.
• Other duties upon request.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience as Cost Engineer / Junior Estimator in commercial construction industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or Civil Engineering preferred but not required.
• General Construction Knowledge.
• Knowledgeable in civil/site construction, foundation and structural systems, interior finishes, exterior wall systems, mechanical and electrical systems, and the costs of these systems.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• General knowledge of negotiated bids, hard bids, and GMP processes.
• Proficient in all estimating software programs used in preconstruction: On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Destini, Timberline, Building Connected, Assemble, Bluebeam, Power BI, BIM360, Excel, Word, MS Project.
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Organized, efficient, able to multi-task effectively, hardworking, and dedicated.
• Able to thrive in a deadline-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, and both oral and written communication skills.
• Enjoys being part of a collaborative team and a fun work environment.

Working Conditions:

• Duties required physical abilities such as repetitive hand and finger motion, sitting, standing, walking, as well as extending hands and arms in work areas.
• The individual is required to occasionally move around the office and constantly operate a computer and other office machinery, etc.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Level 10 Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans.

All applicants applying must be Authorized and Sponsorship not needed to work in the United States.

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