Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related area preferred, or equivalent training and experience.
5+ years of estimating, preconstruction, or general construction management experience required.
Proficient in computer estimating applications, including Excel and estimating software.
Strong verbal and written communication skills essential.
Excellent organizational skills for coordinating with various teams.
Responsibilities
Review proposal specifications and drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine the scope of work.
Develop and understand scope requirements and issue subcontracts for supporting trades like boilermaker and piping.
Prepare cost estimates and bid documents for construction projects, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Identify competitive strategies and communicate contractual requirements, including risk factors and penalties.
Engage in subcontractor proposal review meetings, responsible for the final evaluation and negotiation of subcontracts.
Benefits
Opportunity to work on large, complex projects with various contractual formats.
Flexibility to be located on-site in Detroit, Pittsburgh, or Charlotte.
Engagement with cross-functional teams to foster collaboration.
Potential for professional development in estimating and construction management.
Full Job Description
Overview
The Opportunity
In this role you will coordinate full estimating service efforts for all Construction Specification Institute (CSI) divisions on large, complex work within Lump Sum, Design Build and Construction Management contractual formats. You will interpret designs, drawings, specifications, and other contract documents, as well as being able to operate across multiple delivery systems or be very proficient in one specific type of system.
Location
You can be located on site in our Detroit, Pittsburgh, or Charlotte office.
Responsibilities
Your Key Responsibilities
Proposal Reviews: Reviewing proposal specifications, drawings, attending pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
Scope Development: Developing and understanding scope requirements and issuing subcontracts for heavy industrial "supporting" trades, such as boilermaker, steel, concrete, piping, and electrical work. Writing proper scopes of work during the bidding phase and upon award, engage in subcontractor proposal review meetings, with ultimate responsibility of final evaluation and negotiation of subcontracts.
Cost Preparation: Preparing cost estimate and bid documents for construction projects or services that are used by management in preparation of the bidding process. Ensuring accuracy and completeness of estimate and proposals.
Strategic Planning: Identifying competitive edge strategies and follow through to project award. Also identifying, reviewing, and communicating contractual requirements such as risk factors, schedule, insurance, bonding, and penalties with supervisors and developing an action plan for the estimate and project construction.
Qualifications
To qualify for the role, you must have
A bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management or related program is preferred, or equivalent professional training and experience with high school diploma.
A minimum of five years of estimating, preconstruction or related general construction management experience.
Proficiency in computer estimating applications (Excel, Estimating Software).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ideally, you'll also have
Excellent organizational skills to coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Experience using Microsoft Project or Primavera.
Skills and attributes for success
Established technical knowledge, encompassing construction and estimating processes.
Proficiency in budget management, financial forecasting, and resource allocation.
Experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks.
Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and adapt to changing project requirements.
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About Walbridge
Walbridge is a construction company that provides a range of services including construction management, design-build, general contracting, and engineering services. The company has completed projects in various sectors including automotive, education, healthcare, industrial, and commercial. Walbridge has been in business for over 100 years and has a reputation for delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
