Cost Estimation Specialist

2 weeks ago


Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States Florida Construction Connection Inc Full time

Position:
Construction Estimator

The Construction Estimator is responsible for evaluating construction expenses, including project planning and scheduling across diverse assignments. This role involves preparing competitive bid proposals and delivering comprehensive estimating and preconstruction services for Construction Management Projects. The Estimator must embody the core values of Florida Construction Connection Inc, which include Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Communication, and Excellence.

Key Responsibilities:


Develop budgetary and final estimate bid proposals, ensuring precision and professionalism in all budgets, quotes, and proposals.

Engage with clients, consultants, and vendors to clarify project scope and address estimating concerns.


Analyze bid package documents to establish bid/trade scopes, ensuring all bids align with the provided documentation, including instructions to bidders, scope narratives, plans, and specifications.



Monitor and document changes in project design and scope.

Create detailed quantity takeoffs, assess construction labor rates, and evaluate subcontractor cost estimates and proposals.


Review project designs and engineering specifications for cost efficiency, offering alternative suggestions when applicable (Value Analysis / Value Engineering).

Provide technical support in negotiating contracts, change orders, and other necessary agreements with owners and subcontractors.

Manage lists of subcontractors and material suppliers, soliciting bids from them.

Communicate with subcontractors to ensure comprehensive coverage and understanding of their bid scope by the submission deadline.

Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits.

Collaborate with Operations Personnel to gather insights and discuss bidding strategies for specific projects.

Examine General/Special Conditions and Contract language of the project to ensure alignment with the corporate philosophy.

Assist in conducting Preconstruction Turnover Meetings with Operations Personnel upon project award.

Maintain a professional demeanor while representing the company and the estimating team in both internal and external meetings.

Working Conditions:


This role requires regular visits to project sites at various stages of completion.


Navigate construction terrain during development, moving through the site and materials in use.

Climb ladders and temporary stairways.

Conduct visual inspections to assess the quality of construction and materials utilized.


The employee must be willing to travel between job sites, which may include different regions.


Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree in Building Construction is preferred.

5+ years of experience in cost estimation.

Ability to interpret engineering and architectural drawings and specifications.

Strong analytical and organizational capabilities.

Proficient in performing detailed and accurate quantity takeoffs.

Ability to comprehend and interpret contracts.

Familiarity with all construction trade divisions and CSI Master Format trade codes.

Exceptional oral, written communication, and interpersonal skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

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