Construction Cost Estimator

3 weeks ago


Santa Ana, United States Spruce Grove, Inc. Full time

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Relocation Coming Soon Corporate office moving to Yorba Linda in October 2024

CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATOR JOB DESCRIPTION

The Cost Estimator (CE) will lead the bidding process, pre-qualify subcontractors, suppliers and vendors, solicit bids, organize quotations from subcontractors, negotiate to ensure quotes meet contract documents and discuss pricing that fulfills contract requirements with project team members. The CE will also be tasked with estimating projects at all levels while interacting with project team members, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and vendors. The CE will evaluate preliminary design documents and other supporting documents to develop preliminary cost estimates and will evaluate architectural and engineering plans, specifications and other construction documents to analyze the contract types, determine allocation of contracts and/or develop cost estimates. The CE will assist the project team members with preparing budgets, cost estimates, schedules and timelines, and provide periodic reports. The CE will be flexible, resourceful and possess the ability to adapt on-the-fly.

CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare Subcontracts and Purchase Orders

Negotiate Contract Terms and Assemble Applicable Exhibits

Analyze drawings, specifications and other relevant documentation

Organize subcontractors’ quotations, negotiate quotes and issue purchase orders

Assemble accurate and well-organized estimates and proposals in a timely manner

Assist with preparation of project budgets and schedules

Understand contractual terms and conditions

Provide clear detailed quantity take-offs

Seeks feedback on corrective actions to enhance the continuous identification and reliability of cost estimates

Provide and maintain unit pricing and database for labor and material costing

Maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and vendors

Perform new vendor research (capabilities, pricing, etc.)

CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATOR QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

Minimum 3 years of experience estimating multi-family residential or similar projects

Fluent in building estimating software, estimating techniques and spreadsheet design

General understanding of design and construction terms

Exceptional time management skills, ability to estimate work effort and time needed for various project estimates

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Graduate from recognized architectural, engineering or construction management program is an asset

We are an equal opportunity employer

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