Project Estimator

1 month ago

Chicago, United States GMA Construction Group Full time

**Our Mission**

GMA’s mission is to develop people that will transform communities.
- We are **employee focused**. As a member of Team GMA, you will be empowered to achieve your career goals with a comprehensive benefits package, numerous opportunities for internal training, and room for upward mobility as the company continues to reach new heights.
- We want to make a **lasting impact on the communities** in which we do work. GMA seeks work that improves quality of life for underserved communities and provides sustainability for future generations. The ability to showcase your talents on projects that make a difference in the world can be very rewarding.
- **Entrepreneurial**: GMA’s culture is entrepreneurial. We are looking for professionals that take ownership of their responsibilities with mínimal guidance and a project approach that is similar to a CEO running a business.
- **Technical Knowledge**: GMA’s projects are challenging. We are looking for construction professionals that know how to navigate complex issues and resolve them using knowledge of construction trades and best practices.

**Roles and Responsibilities**

The Estimator supports the Assistant Lead Estimator as a member of the Estimating Department responsible for on-time completion of hard bid, negotiated, and conceptual estimates.

**Essential job duties include**:

- Knowledge of construction means and methods, costs, and market conditions
- Conduct detailed review of project plans and specifications
- Perform accurate quality takeoffs and materials pricing
- Develop scope sheets for the portion of work assigned
- Communicate with interested bidders to ensure pricing of complete scope of work
- Conduct outreach to potential bidders to ensure trade coverage
- Compare and analyze subcontractor bids
- Collaborate with the Estimating Team during important bid milestones (i.e. kick-off, bid review, bid day)
- Monitor and ensure compliance with diversity participation goals
- Assist in preparing estimates at different levels of completion (i.e. conceptual, schematic, DD, CD)
- Maintain and develop relationships with the subcontractor community

**Qualifications**
- Understanding of Bluebeam, Excel, and BuildingConnected
- Experience estimating projects over $5 million
- Excellent written and oral communication skills

**Performance and Recognition**

GMA values open communication and direct feedback with employees at consistent intervals. As part of the performance review process, GMA coaches its employees by setting goals and rewarding individual accomplishments.

**Growth and Development**

In support of our mission to develop people that will transform communities, GMA offers its employees internal training opportunities such as Griggs University. Each month, Professor Griggs holds internal classes for GMA employees covering all aspects of the way GMA does work.
- GMA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training._

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance

Compensation package:

- Performance bonus

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Construction estimating: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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