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TradeLink Solutions Company

PreConstruction Estimator Commercial GC NashvilleTN

TradeLink Solutions Company, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247

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Local Nashville Commercial General Contractor seeking an experienced Preconstruction Estimator.

The Preconstruction Estimator will work primarily on negotiated & hard-bid commercial projects within core markets including: commercial retail, light-industrial, restaurant, multifamily and corporate office.

The construction estimator will work closely with architects, engineers, owners, and local supplier and subcontractors to execute detailed & thorough construction project estimates.

The Company: They know our people make the company run successfully, so they take care of their work family. Work-Life balance is just as important as professional growth and satisfaction with all levels of employees, regardless of position or responsibilities.

The company has served commercial and light industrial clients in a number of different industry segments with their most trusted development projects. They have over 2 decades of history in delivering excellence to their clients and Mid-TN community.

Top applicants will need the following skills:

Taking the potential project from concept or final design and begin sorting cost parameters through final estimate.

Experience with the bidding process: soliciting bid invites, communicating with the bidders, evaluating subcontractor proposals, using bid tally sheets, etc.

Experience with estimating commercial construction projects valued at $3-15MM or more.

Look beyond the information that has been given, to ask the right questions and work to provide a complete project cost evaluation.

Make reliable predictions as it relates to cost and be comfortable estimating across all scopes of work.

Comfortable with full-scope estimating responsibilities & detailed take-offs & cost creation.

Prepare detailed estimates and, as the design evolves, develop variance summaries between estimates and value engineering studies throughout.

Assemble a complete presentation-worthy estimate package that clearly communicates project cost.

Have knowledge and understanding of unit costs and the factors that affect construction cost.

Ability to prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade specific clarifications and comprehensive bid packages.

The successful candidate will possess:

Excellent listening skills and strong communication skills.

Local base of relationships for subcontractors, architects, suppliers and vendors.

Creative and innovative approaches and solutions on a project-by-project basis.

Proven ability for participation in team environment, with both external and internal groups.

Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, estimating software (Timberline or similar), take-off software (On-Screen Takeoff or similar).

8+ years of experience as a commercial construction estimator preferably within our core markets (referenced above).

Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.

A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.

Benefits & Offer:

Competitive Salary with Annual Incentive Bonus

401k + company match of 4%

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Flexible Work Schedule & work/life balance

7 Paid Holidays and attractive vacation Paid-Time-Off Plan

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Compensation: $90,000-$120,000 per year

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