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Pence/Kelly Concrete, LLC

Estimator

Pence/Kelly Concrete, LLC, Lake Oswego, Oregon, United States, 97034

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Overview

The Estimator evaluates bid documents, drawings, plans, and specifications, ensuring that we have the information required for a successful bid and project win. The Estimator will work with the Design Team, General Contractor, Subcontractors and Project Team to ensure bidding timelines are met and to build positive, long-term relationships with Owners, Contractors, and Subcontractors. Key Responsibilities

Understand and evaluate all bid documents and proposal requirements. Have a complete understanding of drawings, plans, specifications, scopes of work, and other necessary construction documents to ensure a complete and thorough estimate. Attend project site pre-bid meetings, site tours, and post-bid interviews as required. Compile an organized, accurate, concise takeoff and estimate. Perform a constructability review in partnership with project teams. Perform specification review and identify cost for materials and processes specified. Perform project schedule review, identifying key risks within the schedule (e.g., long lead procurement items). Prepares trade specific scopes and subcontractor bid packages and analyze bids. Ensure all documents required for full bid proposal are obtained, including project insurances and builder’s risk and bonds. Development of accurate and concise bid clarifications and assumptions related to the scope of work. Develop and prepare conceptual estimates with minimal subcontractor assistance using limited preliminary design documents/information. Qualify and level subcontractors\' proposals according to project specifics. Show creativity and resourcefulness to gain better pricing from subcontractors. Organize the work, plan, prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects. Assist with pre-construction services including preliminary budgets, cost analysis, value engineering ideas and cost reduction techniques. Submission of bids and budgets by the bid deadline. Solicit and maintain communication with subcontractors and vendors. Consistently follows up on submitted bids and budgets with Architect and/or Project Managers. Work independently on projects and with other team members. Communicate effectively in writing and verbally with team and others involved in the estimating process. Partner with project teams to ensure project start up requirements are met. Turns over bid documents and subcontractor buyouts to the project team. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

BS in Construction Engineering Management or equivalent; ASPE membership/certification preferred. At least 5 years of estimating experience in the construction industry. Exceptional conceptual estimating skills. Ability to estimate all divisions in detail. Working knowledge of MEP trades. Strong skills with estimating software programs (e.g., Sage/Precisions, On-Screen Takeoff) as well as scheduling software (Microsoft Project). Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office. Exceptional communication & interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work both as a team player and independently. Attention to detail and the ability to work in a timely and efficient manner. Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times. Excellent organizational & time management skills. Qualifications

Notes: The following items describe the general expectations for the role and are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job but are not all-inclusive. Employment details

Location: Lake Oswego, OR (onsite). Workplace: Onsite. Employment Type: Full-time. Job function: Management and Manufacturing. Industries: Construction. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing. Apply access and notifications are provided for Lake Oswego, OR.

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