Construction Estimator - Commercial From "Ground Up"

MRG Construction Corp.

Job description: Construction Estimator

As an affiliate of Matanky Realty Group, MRG Construction Corp offers full-service construction with the Matanky experience.

Summary:

MRG Construction Corp. is hiring an Estimator responsible for cost calculations to determine various costs to complete a project or provide products and services to our clients. This will include researching the costs of the materials, transport, labor, and equipment. The Estimator will work directly for the Director of Construction along with our Project Management teams to provide support for our current and future clients.

Estimator Responsibilities:

• · The primary function is the preparation of project estimates for all schematic, design development and construction documents.
• · Perform material quantity take-offs.
• · Read and outline specifications and scope documents.
• · Prepare bid packages and solicit subcontractor pricing.
• · Develop project proposal and clarification document.
• · Develop and maintain solid subcontractor relationships.
• · Work with client and design team during preconstruction.
• · Work with operations during preconstruction to assist in the development of construction schedule, provide recommendation of long-lead time material purchases, logistics, staging, and phasing.
• · Perform constructability review.
• · Review plans and specifications to minimize conflicts.
• · Perform value engineering.
• · Prepare bid forms.
• · Receive and evaluate bids by gathering details and compiling data including materials, labor, equipment, tools, labor, and transportation.
• · Learn and implement department standard formatting and practices while building estimates and documentation.
• · Maintain historical database for reporting and reference.
• · Research the cost of items such as materials, transport, labor, and equipment
• · Establish and maintain relationships with contractors and vendors
• · Obtain quotes from suppliers and contractors within a specified time frame
• · Prequalify subcontractors and suppliers.
• · Assess the risk levels associated with a project.
• · Assist with bids for new contracts and supporting the purchasing process.
• · Monitoring the costs at the different stages of a project to ensure it stays within the estimated costs.
• · Work will primarily be performed from the office. Occasional travel to potential job sites and pre-bid meetings will be required. Occasional loud environment.

Requirements:

• · Bachelor’s degree preferably in Construction Management.
• · 8 years’ minimum experience in an estimator role within the commercial construction industry.
• · The ability to work under pressure to meet set goals, budgets, and deadlines.
• · Ability to clearly translate client project requirements into budgets and estimates for project managers so that the final product delivered meets or exceeds clients’ expectations.
• · Knowledge of state and local building codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• · Proficient in Onscreen Take-off, Microsoft Office (especially Microsoft Excel), Pantera, Procore, Bluebeam, and/or AirTable.
• · Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• · Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• · Knowledge of design/planning principles and procedures.
• · Knowledge of building components, values, function, and maintenance requirements.
• · Self-motivated in developing estimating skill sets and scope documents.
• · Ability to read schematics, blueprints and/or technical manuals and create high level budgets with complete scope.
• · Ability to create and develop rough construction schedules as needed.
• · Ability to manage time well and multitask.
• · Strong understanding of the commercial construction process.
• · Analytical skills.
• · Attention to detail.
• · The ability to take and give constructive feedback.
• · Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits:

• · 20 days of PTO starting first year
• · Contribution towards Medical, Dental, Vision, etc.
• · 401k with matching
• · Growth Opportunities

MRG Construction Corp. is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $100,000.00 to $125,000.00 per year