Estimator

19 hours ago

Phoenix, United States Okland Construction Full time
ESTIMATOR

POSITION SUMMARY
As an estimator, you will provide proactive estimating on a single or multiple projects, which includes providing quantity takeoffs, assisting in pricing, assisting with the solicitation of bidders, bidding, and in getting the project contracted and started. You strive for accuracy and correct cost estimates. As senior estimator, due to the uniqueness of each project, you use creativity in the take off and presentation to ensure a complete and accurate estimate. Ultimately you make certain that the company is being represented in accordance with Okland's core values.

ABOUT US

Founded in 1918, Okland Construction operates as a regional general contracting and construction management company with now nearly 1,000 employees and growing. It supervises the architectural, engineering, bidding, contracting, building, inspection from the beginning to the end of the project and specializes in concrete self-preform on large commercial scale.

LOCATION

Greater Phoenix Area

WHY OKLAND?

  • A people focused culture united by our shared values
  • Progressive leadership
  • Growth, training, and development opportunities
  • Competitive salary rates
  • Generous PTO
  • Health, Life, & Disability Insurance
  • 401k with company match
  • Employee Recognition and Rewards
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Company Bonus eligibility
  • A commitment to delivering the most remarkable experience for all stakeholders
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Responsible for providing all of the estimating and pricing on the assigned project that is to be performed by Okland Construction. This includes conceptual estimates, schematic estimates, design development estimates, and estimates for bidding.
  • Responsible for ensuring the estimating and pricing for the project is completed on time so that other members of Okland Construction project team can review it and make recommendations and/or adjustments.
  • Responsible for accurate estimate and pricing, which includes additional research and the correct use of additional resources, including subcontractors.
  • Submits requests to architects and /or owners to obtain clarifications and answers to questions, contradictions, conflicts, inadequacies, and other confusing issues represented by the plans, specifications and other documentation.
  • Presents estimates to the owner in a clean and clear format.
  • Provides all estimate breakouts required by the bid documents, the client, or Okland personnel.
  • Includes the following estimates where applicable: taxes, insurances, bonds, Owner Controlled Insurance Program (OCIP), special wage rates, productivity, and fees & permits.
  • Uses sound estimating judgment in making decisions by frequently referring to comparable historical data on related projects, with cost escalations added as required.
  • Estimates complete concrete general requirements or conditions, including demolition, earthwork, crane needs, ready-mix adjustments, steel embeds and rough carpentry.
  • Reviews and prices all items before others see it.
  • Uses estimating software for all concrete general requirements and structural excavation/backfill estimates.
  • Ensures that the subdivision, section, and elements descriptions of estimates are properly coded estimating software.
  • Turns in complete concrete estimate to company officers for pricing review.
  • Establishes a rough draft schedule of the project in order to develop estimate pricing, general conditions, and concrete general requirement.
  • Provides estimate for project general conditions, as requested.
  • Sets up the recap on the project, as requested.
  • Maintains estimates by deleting and/or archiving those not used in the last seven years.
  • Maintains a strictly high level of confidentiality regarding financial specifics of projects, including estimates, bids, contract amounts, change orders, cost, financing arrangements, fees and other financial information.
  • Reviews established budget estimate and bid, and assists the project manager and job cost accountant with setting up the proper codes and organization of the job cost report.
  • Markets the company to the owner and architectural team; engages the Business Development Department in pursuing future opportunities.
  • Regular, timely, and predictable attendance is required for this position.
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assists with the solicitation of bidders and plan distribution, as requested, by developing and compiling a list of bidders invited to bid the project and prequalifying a bidder for a project.
  • Assist with bids, as requested, by taking the role of bid captain; this includes taking bids, bid pricing, analyzing bid packages, putting together a bid, and turning in a bid.
  • Assists the project manager in subcontracting the project and getting the project started.
  • Attends and represents the company in project estimating meetings, project review meetings, and pre-bid meetings (as requested).
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or related field) preferred
  • 3-5 years of scheduling and cost estimating experience, including reading and researching blueprints, quantity take-offs, and estimating practices.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS
  • Knowledge of construction and renovation terms, materials, techniques, procedures, and practices
  • Knowledge of architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
  • Knowledge of construction cost estimating techniques, procedures, and practices, including material quantity take-offs, labor unit work hours, labor rate analysis, and material unit pricing.
  • Knowledge of value engineering and total life cycle costing techniques, procedures, and practices
  • Knowledge of construction cost estimating computer software.
  • Knowledge of PC-based project management software and other applications (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, and database programs).
  • Ability to analyze bids, cost proposals, and cost estimates, including labor rates, fringe benefits, overhead, and profit.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and understand construction drawings and specifications.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to read and understand construction schedules.
  • Ability to coordinate action to accomplish work objectives while exercising necessary flexibility
  • Ability to meet predetermined deadlines.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with management, coworkers, public utilities, contractors, vendors, architects/engineers, and other public entities.
  • Proficient in MC2 estimating software, Excel, Microsoft word, and Outlook.

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Okland is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, Okland also has a strong corporate commitment to inclusion.

Notice to all Employment, Staffing & Recruiting Agencies and Recruiters:Please could we ask that you do not directly email, call or visit our hiring managers. Okland Construction does not accept unsolicited resumes and should any be received from a third party they will be considered at no fee, unless a signed agreement is in place. If you would like to discuss becoming a preferred staffing vendor to Okland Construction, please contact your local recruitment team who will advise you on the process.

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