Epstein Architecture, Engineering and Construction
Estimator
Epstein Architecture, Engineering and Construction, Chicago, Illinois, United States
Estimator
Epstein is an established and well‑respected 100+ year old Architecture, Engineering and Construction firm. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York and Raleigh, and an international location in Poland. Our beautiful corporate office is located in Chicago’s West Loop, convenient to transportation. Epstein is 100% employee owned and focuses on community through service, green initiatives and sustainable design, delivering ‘best in class’ creative project solutions.
Overview The Estimator is responsible for collecting and efficiently tracking historical cost data, and providing conceptual and detailed estimates. Epstein is a fully integrated AEC, and as such this individual will be working with integrated DesignBuild teams to document project scope to match all generated estimates. The position will also act as a resource for cost information to all disciplines, including inflation projections and developing systems for assessing costs across a broad geography. While the role primarily involves estimating, it also includes involvement in other preconstruction activities – project scheduling, advance procurement, constructability.
General Responsibilities
Develop conceptual and detailed construction cost estimates.
Provide quantity takeoffs on projects (area, counts, or volume) as required.
Provide support in preconstruction schedule development and constructability reviews.
Support project managers as a resource for the review of bid tabs, change order requests and project preconstruction and value engineering analysis.
Update and maintain an accurate sub‑contractor list for pricing information or bidding.
Collect and efficiently track historic construction cost data.
Maintain a library of unit costs available for use by all Epstein disciplines.
Develop strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to become a robust and viable resource.
Provide an ongoing assessment of projected inflation and cost differential across geographic markets.
Requirements
Degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management.
4–7 years of proven estimating experience on diverse project types, including conceptual and detailed estimates.
Strong knowledge of construction engineering principles: materials, methods, sequencing, scheduling, and estimating.
Strong experience with industrial projects is beneficial.
Ability to read and interpret construction documents and specifications.
Strong mathematical aptitude.
Strong analytical and value engineering skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience using Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project) recommended.
Experience using Procore, Bluebeam and Pantera Bid Management beneficial but not necessary.
Benefits Epstein offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability and accident insurance, flexible benefit plans, transportation benefits, employee assistance plan and parental leave. We help secure our employees’ future retirement through our 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan. To support a healthy work‑life balance, we provide half‑day Fridays, flexible working hours, a hybrid work schedule, paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, we encourage career growth by offering professional license reimbursement, industry association reimbursement, an internal training program, leadership development program and educational assistance.
Individual compensation is determined by several factors, including relevant education, experience and training, qualifications, skill sets, licensure/certifications and location. Employees are also eligible for discretionary annual bonuses based on both company and individual performance. The salary range for this position is $90,000 – $125,000 annually.
Equal Opportunity Statement Epstein is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, genetics, gender identity, transgender status, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non‑merit factors. Epstein hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of a person’s qualifications. Epstein is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
For more information on our company, please visit us on the internet at www.epsteinglobal.com.
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Overview The Estimator is responsible for collecting and efficiently tracking historical cost data, and providing conceptual and detailed estimates. Epstein is a fully integrated AEC, and as such this individual will be working with integrated DesignBuild teams to document project scope to match all generated estimates. The position will also act as a resource for cost information to all disciplines, including inflation projections and developing systems for assessing costs across a broad geography. While the role primarily involves estimating, it also includes involvement in other preconstruction activities – project scheduling, advance procurement, constructability.
General Responsibilities
Develop conceptual and detailed construction cost estimates.
Provide quantity takeoffs on projects (area, counts, or volume) as required.
Provide support in preconstruction schedule development and constructability reviews.
Support project managers as a resource for the review of bid tabs, change order requests and project preconstruction and value engineering analysis.
Update and maintain an accurate sub‑contractor list for pricing information or bidding.
Collect and efficiently track historic construction cost data.
Maintain a library of unit costs available for use by all Epstein disciplines.
Develop strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to become a robust and viable resource.
Provide an ongoing assessment of projected inflation and cost differential across geographic markets.
Requirements
Degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management.
4–7 years of proven estimating experience on diverse project types, including conceptual and detailed estimates.
Strong knowledge of construction engineering principles: materials, methods, sequencing, scheduling, and estimating.
Strong experience with industrial projects is beneficial.
Ability to read and interpret construction documents and specifications.
Strong mathematical aptitude.
Strong analytical and value engineering skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience using Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project) recommended.
Experience using Procore, Bluebeam and Pantera Bid Management beneficial but not necessary.
Benefits Epstein offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability and accident insurance, flexible benefit plans, transportation benefits, employee assistance plan and parental leave. We help secure our employees’ future retirement through our 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan. To support a healthy work‑life balance, we provide half‑day Fridays, flexible working hours, a hybrid work schedule, paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, we encourage career growth by offering professional license reimbursement, industry association reimbursement, an internal training program, leadership development program and educational assistance.
Individual compensation is determined by several factors, including relevant education, experience and training, qualifications, skill sets, licensure/certifications and location. Employees are also eligible for discretionary annual bonuses based on both company and individual performance. The salary range for this position is $90,000 – $125,000 annually.
Equal Opportunity Statement Epstein is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, genetics, gender identity, transgender status, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non‑merit factors. Epstein hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of a person’s qualifications. Epstein is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
For more information on our company, please visit us on the internet at www.epsteinglobal.com.
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