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Asset Partners Group, LLC

Commercial Project Estimator – Commercial Construction

Asset Partners Group, LLC, Vancouver, Washington, United States, 98662

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President of Asset Partners Group, LLC | Strategic Management, Staffing Services, and Business Sales. Asset Partners Group, LLC is hiring for one of our portfolio companies. Commercial General Contractor is searching for an experienced Commercial Project Estimator with a demonstrated ability in all phases of project estimating. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years of estimating experience for both ground up and TI projects of various types: restaurants, multi-family, commercial buildings, industrial, free standing financial institutions, clinics, etc.

Responsibilities

Review plan drawings, specifications, and owner documents to establish the scope of work for estimates and other deliverables. Attend pre-bid and project meetings as needed to ensure understanding of the project.

Participate in Requests For Information (RFI) and work with Architecture/Engineering Firms as needed.

Prepare detailed as well as conceptual estimates, including developing project scope, creating a list of trade partners and suppliers, and developing a bid list of subcontractors.

Perform takeoffs as required for the estimates, including specialties such as concrete, masonry, steel, carpentry, drywall, and millwright work.

Develop design options and recommendations based on cost, material availability, and engineering quality.

Complete estimates for all materials, labor, subcontractor costs, and construction equipment required to perform the work.

Manage Bid Solicitation process, including bid documents and Instructions to Bidders. Ensure a smooth bidding process and prequalify subcontractors to meet GC standards and project expectations.

Present project estimates/bids to project owners, partners, or investors as needed.

Upon award, upload bids into the system and ensure documentation and contract exhibits are captured. Focus on efficient transition from bid to project management phase.

Collaborate with project managers and accounting to keep the project on schedule and within estimate/bid. Communicate identified risks to ensure project success.

Stay informed of industry construction trends and maintain knowledge of market labor costs, material costs, and delivery timeframes.

Be flexible to support the business as needed. Some local travel may be required.

Qualifications

A four-year degree in building science, construction management, or engineering, or a combination of education and experience will be considered.

Minimum of five years of commercial construction estimating experience for projects typically ranging from $2 million to $10 million per bid.

Strong knowledge of estimating processes, including labor, material, subcontractors, equipment, general conditions and requirements, fees, permits, insurances, and contingencies to complete an estimate/bid.

Understanding of Site and Building Systems and connections between various systems.

Strong communication skills and ability to partner with various stakeholders.

Experience with different budget approaches, such as Maximum Price or Hard Cost.

Understanding of construction codes and ability to translate them into project bids.

Proficiency with computer programs including Excel, take-off software, BuildingConnected, and scheduling software (MS Project).

Company participates in E Verify.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive compensation based on experience, plus a performance bonus, well into six figures.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

Paid vacation time, sick leave, and holidays.

Job Details

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Strategic Management Services

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Location: Portland, OR; Camas, WA; Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area

Portland, OR | $60,000.00-$90,000.00

Portland, OR | $72,900.00-$173,875.00

Lake Oswego, OR | $72,000.00-$137,300.00

Happy Valley, OR | $120,000.00-$130,000.00

Lake Oswego, OR | $125,000.00-$175,000.00

Note: This is a privately held company with over 45 years in business. We focus on cultivating a strong growth mindset culture and care for our staff.

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