Suffolk Construction Co Inc

Estimator

Suffolk Construction Co Inc • $108K — $127K *
New Brunswick, NJ 08901In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS or MS in Engineering or Construction Management.
  • Minimum of 3 years in estimating field.
  • 8+ years of experience in construction.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
  • Experience with specialized estimating software.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the estimating process runs efficiently while exceeding client expectations.
  • Build relationships to align with client, designer, and subcontractor needs.
  • Analyze project documentation to prepare cost, labor, and time estimates.
  • Facilitate teamwork and collaboration among team members.
  • Communicate effectively with all project stakeholders.
  • Participate in business development activities and presentations.
  • Prepare quantity take-offs and apply pricing for labor and materials.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
  • Professional development opportunities and career advancement support.
  • Flexible work hours and work-from-home options.
  • Generous paid time off policy to promote work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Employment Type: Full-Time

FSLA: Salary/Exempt

Division: Estimating

Department: Estimating

Reports to: Chief Estimator

Supervisory Duties: Yes

Salary Range: $108,000 - $127,000

Estimate complex and large-scale jobs, including conceptual estimates, negotiated bids, budgets, general conditions, systems studies and comparisons, value engineering, subcontractor relations and staying abreast of industry developments applicable to estimating.
Responsibilities / Essential Functions
  • Ensure that the estimating process runs smoothly and efficiently, and client expectations are exceeded throughout the duration of the project(s).
  • Build relationships to understand client, designer and subcontractor needs and expectations.
  • Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimate for projects.
  • Effectively facilitates collaboration amongst team members.
  • Effectively communicate with all stakeholders.
  • Participate in business development activities, presentations and interviews.
  • Prepare quantity take-offs and apply unit pricing for material and labor to establish a value for the work.
  • Understand the full scope of the project through document review and asking questions of the design team and owner.
  • Prepare value engineering and risk analysis.
  • Prepare qualifications and assumptions for the estimate.
  • Prepare cost comparisons/reconcile with previous estimates.
  • Manage Subcontractor solicitation & selection process.
  • Prepare Exhibit B, and/or scope sheets.
  • Ensure quality control of bids and estimates.
  • Prepare an in-house budget and GMP.
Key Skills
  • Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
  • Highly developed sense of professional ethics.
  • Ability to work both on a team as well as independently.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with tact and diplomacy.
  • Demonstrated ability to improve processes and create efficiencies.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize.


Required Experience
  • BS or MS in Engineering or Construction Management with a minimum of 3 years of experience in estimating field.
  • 8+ years of experience in construction.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft office, especially Excel.
  • Proficiency in specialized estimating software.
  • Understanding of the influence of market conditions on pricing.

About Suffolk Construction Co Inc

Suffolk Construction is a privately held construction company founded in 1982 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The company provides preconstruction, construction management, design-build, and general contracting services to clients in the healthcare, education, science and technology, commercial, and government sectors. Suffolk Construction has completed projects in 35 states and has offices in Florida, New York, Texas, and California. The company is known for its innovative use of technology in construction, including virtual reality and 3D printing.
Learn more about Suffolk Construction Co Inc
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1982
* Ladders Estimates

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