{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"a9d78dbf1f72c256dbdf14b8","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a9d78dbf1f72c256dbdf14b8","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a9d78dbf1f72c256dbdf14b8","title":"Estimator","description":"Overview:\n\nThe Estimator is responsible for the coordination of all project budgeting, including preparing quantity surveys, obtaining subcontractor pricing, reviewing historical cost data and ensuring compliance with scope of work, as well as offering construction feasibility and value engineering counsel. The Estimator must stay abreast of industry materials and labor pricing trends and developments to deliver accurate and timely estimates for preconstruction, hard bids, negotiated bids, value engineering, general conditions and systems studies and comparisons. The Estimator also provides administrative support to the Chief Estimator, engages in consistent communications with trade partners, maintains up-to-date records of bids, and manages the prequalification process for the hiring of trade partners.\n\nSuffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We’ll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to leverage your inherent curiosity and proven capabilities to catapult you to the next level.\n\nResponsibilities:\nUnit Cost Pricing:\nClearly understand the complexity of the scope of work as shown on the construction documents\nPrepare detailed take offs of materials\nPrepare detailed labor estimates utilizing man-hours, crews and equipment\nOrganize the material and labor information for pricing\nSolicit material prices from suppliers\nObtain current labor rates\nPrepare unit prices by \"Building the Project in your Head.\"\nVerify and compare your unit prices or the price of a system with a subcontractor and previous similar estimates\nUnderstand the influence of market conditions on pricing\nSubcontractor Solicitation & Selection:\nPrepare subcontractor list from S4 program, or manually\nPrepare Bid Invitations\nPrepare subcontractor bid packages including transmittals, drawings and specifications\nFollow up with subs regarding bidding and update the subcontractor list\nPrepare scope sheets for subcontractors, and review scope of work\nSubcontractor Relationships & Feedback:\nKeep Subcontractors up to date with project information and addenda during the bidding process\nAnswer subcontractor questions\nPrepare RFI's to the design team\nPreconstruction Abilities:\nAssist the Senior Estimator with quantity take offs and subcontractor solicitation\nPrepare document lists and correspondence during pre-construction\nConceptual Estimating:\nAssist the Senior Estimator by preparing take off quantities of areas and counts of items\nHard Bid and Design Build Estimating:\nProcure drawings and specifications from architect or owner\nDate stamp all drawings and spec books\nConfirm SCCI is listed in all publications\nConfirm with architect/owner that all construction documents have been received and send documents to printer\nPut construction documents in plan room\nCreate bid binder or bid box. Take off of items to be priced by SCCI. We should attempt to do a complete Control Estimate\nAttend site visits\nRead all assigned plans and specs completely\nCall to confirm local building permit rates\nCall the architect the day before the bid and confirm all addenda and supplemental information has been received\nAssist in the creation of bid packages for the subs\nTurn Over Meetings:\nAssist the Senior Estimator in compiling the Turn Over Meeting package\nAttend the Turn Over Meeting\nExhibit B's & Scope Sheets:\nAssist the Senior Estimator with Exhibit B and scope sheet preparation\nQuality Control of Departments Bids and Estimates:\nPrepare thorough scope of work spreadsheets. Always try to prepare a thorough control estimate for every trade you are responsible for. Meet deadlines and allow time for review of your work with the Senior or Chief Estimator\nBid Day Activities:\nDevelop a \"Plug\" number for your trade using the most up to date information available the night before the bid\nComplete the scope of work/pricing spread sheets ASAP\nFollow up with subcontractors for any missing information\nReview all pricing and subcontractor information with the Senior and Chief Estimator\nPost Bid Activities:\nAttend any review meetings with the Senior or Lead Estimator. If called to the table or awarded the bid, review the estimate and discuss strategy with the team for any holes, value management, or potential profit pockets\nAttend weekly staff meetings and report on status of assignments\nAttend Training classes as required\nQualifications:\nBachelor’s Degree, preferably in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field.\n3-6 years of experience in Estimating, or equivalent\nQuantity Surveys, Take off skills, Computer skills\nWorking knowledge of Excel spread sheets, and Word processing programs.\nAbility to take off material quantities from a set of SD, DD & CD documents and present information that is organized, thought out and easy to follow\nUnderstanding of Construction Documents\nKnowledge of the contents of each CSI section\nAbility to read & interpret blue prints in order to understand the scope of work at SD, DD and CD phases of design\nAbility to coordinate construction document plans, details and specifications\nCandidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring\nWorking Conditions:\n\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stands; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.\n\nEEO Statement:\n\nSuffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.\n\nCompensation Information:\n\nWhere required by law, pay ranges can be found in Suffolk's job postings. Base Salary for this position is just one component of Suffolk’s total rewards package for employees. Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education and other qualifications. Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall total rewards strategy. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly to reflect market trends.\n\nAbout Suffolk:\n\nSuffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.\n\nSuffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.\n\nAt Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.\n\nBenefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.? 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The Estimator must stay abreast of industry materials and labor pricing trends and developments to deliver accurate and timely estimates for preconstruction, hard bids, negotiated bids, value engineering, general conditions and systems studies and comparisons. The Estimator also provides administrative support to the Chief Estimator, engages in consistent communications with trade partners, maintains up-to-date records of bids, and manages the prequalification process for the hiring of trade partners.\n\nSuffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We’ll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to leverage your inherent curiosity and proven capabilities to catapult you to the next level.\n\nResponsibilities:\nUnit Cost Pricing:\nClearly understand the complexity of the scope of work as shown on the construction documents\nPrepare detailed take offs of materials\nPrepare detailed labor estimates utilizing man-hours, crews and equipment\nOrganize the material and labor information for pricing\nSolicit material prices from suppliers\nObtain current labor rates\nPrepare unit prices by \"Building the Project in your Head.\"\nVerify and compare your unit prices or the price of a system with a subcontractor and previous similar estimates\nUnderstand the influence of market conditions on pricing\nSubcontractor Solicitation & Selection:\nPrepare subcontractor list from S4 program, or manually\nPrepare Bid Invitations\nPrepare subcontractor bid packages including transmittals, drawings and specifications\nFollow up with subs regarding bidding and update the subcontractor list\nPrepare scope sheets for subcontractors, and review scope of work\nSubcontractor Relationships & Feedback:\nKeep Subcontractors up to date with project information and addenda during the bidding process\nAnswer subcontractor questions\nPrepare RFI's to the design team\nPreconstruction Abilities:\nAssist the Senior Estimator with quantity take offs and subcontractor solicitation\nPrepare document lists and correspondence during pre-construction\nConceptual Estimating:\nAssist the Senior Estimator by preparing take off quantities of areas and counts of items\nHard Bid and Design Build Estimating:\nProcure drawings and specifications from architect or owner\nDate stamp all drawings and spec books\nConfirm SCCI is listed in all publications\nConfirm with architect/owner that all construction documents have been received and send documents to printer\nPut construction documents in plan room\nCreate bid binder or bid box. Take off of items to be priced by SCCI. We should attempt to do a complete Control Estimate\nAttend site visits\nRead all assigned plans and specs completely\nCall to confirm local building permit rates\nCall the architect the day before the bid and confirm all addenda and supplemental information has been received\nAssist in the creation of bid packages for the subs\nTurn Over Meetings:\nAssist the Senior Estimator in compiling the Turn Over Meeting package\nAttend the Turn Over Meeting\nExhibit B's & Scope Sheets:\nAssist the Senior Estimator with Exhibit B and scope sheet preparation\nQuality Control of Departments Bids and Estimates:\nPrepare thorough scope of work spreadsheets. Always try to prepare a thorough control estimate for every trade you are responsible for. Meet deadlines and allow time for review of your work with the Senior or Chief Estimator\nBid Day Activities:\nDevelop a \"Plug\" number for your trade using the most up to date information available the night before the bid\nComplete the scope of work/pricing spread sheets ASAP\nFollow up with subcontractors for any missing information\nReview all pricing and subcontractor information with the Senior and Chief Estimator\nPost Bid Activities:\nAttend any review meetings with the Senior or Lead Estimator. If called to the table or awarded the bid, review the estimate and discuss strategy with the team for any holes, value management, or potential profit pockets\nAttend weekly staff meetings and report on status of assignments\nAttend Training classes as required\nQualifications:\nBachelor’s Degree, preferably in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field.\n3-6 years of experience in Estimating, or equivalent\nQuantity Surveys, Take off skills, Computer skills\nWorking knowledge of Excel spread sheets, and Word processing programs.\nAbility to take off material quantities from a set of SD, DD & CD documents and present information that is organized, thought out and easy to follow\nUnderstanding of Construction Documents\nKnowledge of the contents of each CSI section\nAbility to read & interpret blue prints in order to understand the scope of work at SD, DD and CD phases of design\nAbility to coordinate construction document plans, details and specifications\nCandidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring\nWorking Conditions:\n\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stands; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.\n\nEEO Statement:\n\nSuffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.\n\nCompensation Information:\n\nWhere required by law, pay ranges can be found in Suffolk's job postings. Base Salary for this position is just one component of Suffolk’s total rewards package for employees. Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education and other qualifications. Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall total rewards strategy. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly to reflect market trends.\n\nAbout Suffolk:\n\nSuffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.\n\nSuffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.\n\nAt Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.\n\nBenefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.? 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