National CommunityRenaissance is hiring: Construction Estimator in Rancho Cucamo

The Construction Estimating approach at National Core is linked to an overriding department philosophy of “Cradle-to-Grave” management, thus construction is involved with projects from initial site identification to post occupancy surveys.  This position reports directly to the Vice President of Construction Estimating. These cost estimates include initial pre-development evaluations of the potential site impacts and requirements, review of reports and studies, preliminary assessment of the regulatory requirements, the oversight of various design consultants, and involvement in the construction bid process.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare quantity take-offs and estimate costs of materials, labor, and use of equipment required to fulfill all provisions of the contract.
• Forecast project costs in a three-to-four-year window, working with preliminary project data.
• Evaluate construction methods and determine cost-effectiveness of plans.
• Evaluate acquisition of land for construction projects.
• Prepare estimates with the proper level of detail for all design stages: Conceptual, Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Documents.
• Ensure a complete review of plans and drawings, identify items that have been omitted, and ensure appropriate accounting for such items in the overall estimate package that represents the full scope of the project.
• Maintain current pricing records for labor and materials.
• Review and analyze reports and studies to validate accuracy and determine cost impact on projects.
• Assist in the creation of logistics plans and accurately translate them to direct project costs.
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer.
• Determine labor and resource workload requirements and standards for multi-family projects.
• Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and approved plans.
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Implement and refine quality control programs.
• Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience building and estimating multi-family projects (Type III/V and Type I podium).
• Relate favorably and perform work activities requiring negotiating, instructing, supervising, and persuading others.
• Have strong technical knowledge of estimating methods and practices, job cost forecasting, construction and project management methods.
• Strong construction technical skills

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 2 years multi-family construction experience
• A minimum of 2 years cost estimating experience
• Education or experience equivalent to a BS degree in construction management or business
• Experience working with Cities, Counties, and other permitting agencies on construction projects.
• Strong experience with Smartsheet, Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Exposure to weather
• Standing, Walking, Sitting
• Driving
• Operate Computer and Office Equipment

FLSA CODE

• Exempt