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Estimator - Multifamily and Mixed Use Construction

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Multifamily construction/Mixed Use General Contractor is looking to add an experienced Estimator to its team for multifamily and mixed use and other commercial projects in Arizona and other western states .

Role is based in Tempe, Arizona.

Job Duties of the role include:

Create bids, conceptual cost models, and budgets; perform quantitative analyses of construction documents and project program requirements for projects assigned

Lead and oversee the preparation of accurate conceptual cost models, budgets, and guaranteed maximum pricing based on historic cost data and/or subcontractor input as appropriate

Review plans, specs, and pricing.Secure pricing from material suppliers

Define take-offs for all scopes of work and complete pricing

Define and assemble accurate General Conditions/General Requirements costs

Gather and monitor actual cost versus estimated cost, maintaining project cost history

Organize historical project costs and utilize costs to produce conceptual estimates

Establish work scopes for contractors and suppliers

Prepare documents for bid day, owner bid docs, insurance/bonding, etc.

Lead and oversee the preparation of backup documentation

Provide consultative guidance on constructability, schedule, phasing, and staffing

Understand, analyze, and consult the owners proforma process and documents RFP, and/or contract

Analyze project program, design, costs, and subcontractor input and provide comparisons, cost savings, value engineering options, and other recommendations

Make recommendations to the buyout and the selection of subcontractors upon notice of award

Build and manage subcontractor relationships; facilitate bids and presentations

Prepare and present persuasive presentations to a variety of audiences

Define major or priority subcontractors. Monitor coverage and solicit new subcontractors while continuously working to improve relationships

Partner to develop appropriate subcontractor scopes of work and to determine subcontractor pricing, including information dissemination, review of subcontractors proposals, and coordination with the desired scope of work

Discuss and establish bid/budget estimate pricing strategies, concerns, and advantages with project teams.

Correspond with design teams and engineers

Lead bid project closings

Network within the market to learn client business models and establish credibility

Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Bachelors degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or related field

5+ years of related experienceand estimating multifamily and other commercial projects

An established network of quality subcontractors

Demonstrated knowledge of the construction field, building systems, subcontractor specialties, regulatory compliance, and technology

Strong office computer skills, including thorough knowledge of Word, Excel, Microsoft Project, Procore, and Bluebeam software

Ability to travel to client and project sites in Arizona as required

Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards

Highly developed skills (listening, influence management, consensus development) paired with outstanding presentation skills. Ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build successful and lasting relationships

Strong analytical and logic skills with the ability to maintain a high degree of precision on detailed work

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities; high energy and demonstrated sense of urgency