Unit Price Estimator

2 weeks ago

Houston, United States Jamail & Smith Construction, LP Full time

About the Job-

The Unit Price Estimator will collect and analyze all project costs, including raw materials, labor, equipment and tooling to ensure estimates are accurate. This position is responsible for helping complete quantity take-offs, preparing cost estimates, organizing bid bonds, and communicating with sub trades to determine the financial needs of completing a project. This position also includes helping around the office with daily duties, phone calls, sub-contractor communications, and other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate has experience in unit price estimating.


The Team-

Jamail and Smith team is enthusiastically committed to delivering quality construction results that our clients will love. Our team members are an energetic force both in the office, and on every project site. This group of construction professionals has a trained eye for project details, which they apply to every project with an enthusiasm for their work that cannot be missed. The combination of experience in our team equals quality construction results on every project.


The Opportunity-

Jamail and Smith is looking for a JOC Estimator that has a passion for the construction industry. We would like for this candidate to be experienced in the commercial construction industry. Preferably, this candidate has experience in K-12 Education construction, as well as city, county & municipal construction. As our company continues to grow, we are looking for someone who can join our team. Whether you are looking to learn from the best of the best or be the best, the Jamail and Smith team is dedicated to furthering personal development and team success.


Who We Are-

Jamail and Smith is dedicated to delivering excellent customer service, innovative standards of operation, through Job Order Contracting, Design Build and CSP Construction Services. Founded in 1982, Jamail and Smith has delivered over 6,000 individual projects on time and within budget for over 80 public entities.

What You Will Do-

  • Analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other construction documents to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates for bidding construction projects, applying knowledge of specialized methodologies, techniques, principles, and processes.
  • Prepare RS Means estimates using E4Clicks.
  • Estimates costs for materials, purchased and/or leased equipment, subcontracted work, production activities and requirements, and labor.
  • Provides preliminary estimates for planning purposes and detailed itemized estimates based on final plans and specifications.
  • Updates costs as necessary based on new information and project scope changes. Analyzes postproduction costs and uses data to inform future project estimates.
  • Review supplier and subcontractor proposals and pricing.
  • Analyzes price proposals and other data to determine price structure.
  • Assesses cost effectiveness of products, projects, and services.
  • Prepares cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals.
  • Acts as a resource to project management during the award / start-up phase to clarify any issues regarding what was considered in the estimate including materials and methods of construction;
  • Reviews budget and project profitability status and goals with supervision and project team as required.
  • Conduct site inspections for tender understanding, analysis of conditions and assessment of risk and identification of activities that may or may not be shown in tender documents.
  • Assembles bid-files including all development information that was utilized in preparation of the estimates.
  • Assists with procurement contracts.
  • Maintain up-to-date and accurate contact information for suppliers, sub-contractors and clients.
  • Communicates with management to evaluate contract performance.
  • Helps around the office with daily duties including phone calls, subcontractor communication, organization, keeping spreadsheets updated, and other duties as assigned.

What You Bring To The Table-

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Finance or equivalent preferred.
  • 2-5 years of construction experience required.
  • Knowledge of industry standards and practices.
  • Experience in the commercial construction industry.
  • Experience in Unit Price Estimating.
  • Familiarity with Gordian- RS Means pricing.
  • Experience in procurement.
  • Experience in RS Means estimating.
  • Experience in multiple software systems including Procore and Adobe and E4 Clicks.

Why You Should Apply-

  • Continuous training and career growth
  • Fast growing company
  • 401 (k)
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Medical Insurance

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