Construction Estimator

Company: Per Se Group
Location: Normal
Posted on: October 3, 2024

Job Description:

Estimator Job DescriptionPer S-- Group is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team. As an Estimator, you will play a crucial role in preparing detailed estimates for construction projects, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in our estimating process.Key Responsibilities:

• Review proposal specifications, drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine the scope of work and required contents of the estimate.
• Prepare detailed trade scopes of work and backup documentation for review.
• Solicit project-specific proposals from subcontractors and suppliers, evaluating them for completeness and competitiveness.
• Develop options and recommend the best value solution based on cost, engineering, quality, or availability of materials.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with owners, consultants, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Assist Operations with awarded contracts and projects, including estimating and pricing change orders and facilitating the resolution of contractual issues.Requirements:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project or other scheduling-related systems.
  • Experience working with On Screen Takeoff and/or MC2 type software.
  • Strong understanding of conceptual estimating, estimating techniques, and cost control.
  • Ability to prepare proposals with minimum supervision.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Candidates should be able to clearly articulate bid inclusions, exclusions, and proposal clarifications with owners and subcontractors.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities.Preferred Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management.
    • 4+ years of estimating experience.Per S-- Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are a motivated and experienced Estimator looking for a new challenge, please submit your application.

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