General Construction Estimator

About the jobUnderstand how to read plans, to build scope sheets and bid packages to be issued to trades including architectural, MEP, structural, civil, & site plans. Review and be responsible for the accuracy of take-offsCoordinate sub/vendor solicitations with the Purchasing departmentAssist in setting up projects, document uploads, and maintain data in Plan hub and Blue bookAssist in establishing and publish bid lists (List of subcontractors for each project)Assist team in procuring bids and qualified subcontractorsPerform High Volume of calls to subcontractors tracking bid responses.Manage and organize bid documents, including Proposals, Plans, Specs, Bid Forms, Addendums, RFIs, Bid Date Changes.Manage Bid Activity LogManage Subcontractor LogTrack trade questions on bids, assist with getting answers or issuing pre-bid RFI’s for clarifications during the bid processAssist with bid proposal and pre-construction proposalsFamiliarity with commercial construction procedures and tradesPrequalify trades we have not worked with before (EMR rating, Insurance, Bond capacity, Previous Work Record, Financial capability, Liens, Law-suits).Building/Maintaining positive relationships with subcontractors/clientsPerform estimating and take-off functionsQualificationsMinimum 5 years experience in Construction EstimatingMust have deep knowledge of commercial construction and estimatingAbility to read and understand drawingsDemonstrate aptitude to understand engineering principlesExcellent communication skills both verbal and writtenExperience with Microsoft Office Products (Word, Outlook, Excel)Excellent computer skillsExperience with BluebeamExperience with estimating softwaresExperience in ProcorePay$65,000- $85,000 per year *Salary TBD based on Experience*BenefitsHealth Insurance401(k)