Construction Estimator

Pullman Services

$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred
  • 3-5 years of construction estimating experience, especially in concrete repair
  • Experience estimating projects up to $1-5 Million
  • Familiarity with New York City and New Jersey construction markets
  • Strong construction math and computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and BlueBeam

Responsibilities

  • Prepare comprehensive project estimates by analyzing drawings and performing quantity take-offs
  • Define and quantify the scope of work for accurate cost estimations
  • Review historical data to create guidelines for future estimates
  • Identify sales opportunities within existing client relationships
  • Fill out complex bid forms accurately and thoroughly
  • Attend descope meetings to discuss project details with clients
  • Update and track data related to estimating and subcontractor information

Benefits

  • Medical and dental insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Career development and growth opportunities
  • Caring work environment
Full Job Description
We are currently recruiting for a Construction Estimator to be based in our New Jersey office which is located in Union, NJ. As an Estimator for PULLMAN, you will be responsible for estimating complex self-performed construction projects that make our nation's structures stronger and last longer. Projects typically consist of concrete repair, façade repairs, masonry restoration, waterproofing, structural strengthening, etc. As a successful candidate, you will be also be responsible for: - Preparing estimates by analyzing drawings, dissecting details, performing quantity take-offs, identifying scope/specification gaps, developing RFI's, leveraging potential solutions, sourcing material price lists, determining labor productions and costs, identifying sub-contractor scope and sourcing external pricing, and consolidating this information as it pertains to the project specific requirements. - Defining and quantifying scope of work and preparing comprehensive conceptual, budgetary, and construction cost estimates for projects - Reviewing / researching historical data and compiling summary reports to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimates - Maintaining involvement in uncovering sales opportunities with prospective and existing customers - Understand and fill out complex bid form and qualifications packages with focus on grammar, spelling, formatting, detail specific, etc. - A general understanding of the project management and how the estimates drive that process from a constructability and production perspective. Estimates for labor are production driven. - Attend and lead descope meetings with building owners and clients; being able to explain the project, estimate, and means/methods. - Data entry, updating, and tracking (I.e.: opportunity updates, sub-contact information, materials/equipment quotes) Candidates who meet the following criteria may be considered for this exciting position based in our large Operations division: - Candidates with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management may be given preference - 3-5 years of construction estimating experience, ideally in a related industry involving concrete repair projects - Demonstrated ability to work with a team to estimate projects of moderate complexity up to $1-5 Million - Prior experience to estimate up to 5 projects directly - Ability to evaluate, quantify and capture specification requirements within the estimate - Prior experience working with terms & conditions in construction contracts - A strong understanding of the greater New York City construction market (DOB regulations), including current market prices and clients (i.e: engineers, architects, property managers and owners). Familiarity with New York State and New Jersey Market also is preferred. - Previous experience maintaining client relationships while performing light business development - Demonstrated construction math and computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, OST, and BlueBeam. Must also be able to demonstrate ability to read blue prints - Ability to travel 10-20% - Experience attending walkthroughs, identifying the priority information, identifying access, protections, risks and opportunities, asking the hard questions etc. - Understand labor types (union, PLA, Prevailing Wage), tax requirements (capital improvements, tax exempt, standard), insurance (OCIP, CCIP, Standard), Mark Up vs Margin, Bonds (P&P and Bid Bond), and W/MBE participation. - Speaking intelligently and coordination with subs and vendors. Our ideal Estimating candidate is an innovative but decisive individual who can work effectively in a highly collaborative, team-based environment; brings strong solution-focused, creative thinking to every project challenge; as the ability to set goals and expectations and hold others accountable; can encourage and mentor others; is approachable, empathetic and outgoing; can quickly gain trust and respect; and is able to establish and maintain relationships. PULLMAN is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays & vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment.

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