Junior Estimator (Summit)

Job Summary: The Junior estimator reports to the Director of Preconstruction and Estimating and responsible for cost calculations to determine how much it will cost to complete a project or provide buyout for a new scope of work and changes to contracted work. Flower Construction is a high end custom RESIDENTIAL builder with projects that include technically challenging pre-war co-ops and townhouses in New York City alongside multi-structured ground up estates, historical preservation and renovation projects. Responsibilities : Manage bid documents and drawings Solicit subcontractor and supplier pricing Review drawings and takeoff key quantities Maintain subcontractor directory and reference databases Prepare requests for information and submit to design team Communicate with design team, subcontractors, and internally through meetings, formal correspondence, and telephone. Assist other staff as needed with change order pricing, subcontractor selection, or other special projects. Key Skills: Able to make a plan, manage the plan, and deliver to a deadline (project management) Construction drawing (blueprint) reading Microsoft Excel spreadsheets experienced user

must know how to utilize formulas On Screen Takeoff, Planswift, Blue beam or other takeoff software Knowledge of the construction process

understanding of sequence and trade scopes Verbal and written English communication Experience: Bachelor degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or other technical degree Prefer 2 to 3 years experience Hands-on experience in construction a plus