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CWS Construction Group

Estimator - Public Works - General Contractor - Marin County

CWS Construction Group, Novato, California, United States, 94949

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Job description Public Works Contractor is seeking an accomplished construction professional to join our team to assist with the continued growth of the company. The position of Estimator will require a result and goal-oriented individual who will become an integral member of our company.

Duties:

Develop conceptual, budget and GMP estimates

Prepare accurate takeoffs, material and equipment pricing

Participate in subcontractor solicitation efforts and conduct job walks as appropriate

Meet proposal and bid schedules

Examine subcontractor proposals

Define and clarify project scopes of work, schedules and procurement requirements

Successfully develop competitive lump sum bids

Assist with project estimatesPerform constructability reviews

Perform value engineering analysis to define cost efficient alternatives to the desired project scope

Prerequisites:

5 years construction estimating experience, at least 3 years of which estimating K-12 public school projects preferred.

Ability to perform preconstruction, estimating and bidding functions on projects up to $20M

Ability to successfully work with estimating team in preparing estimates and final bid pricing

Ability to produce accurate conceptual estimates

Ability to produce project schedules

Ability to work in a collaborative environment with clients, subcontractors and design teams

Review architectural and structural drawings, specifications, schedules, contract documents, proposal drawings, structural calculations, and other information prepared by internal and outside sources for compliance with the bidding documents.

Ability to build new and maintain existing subcontractor and supplier relationships to obtain competitive advantages

Knowledge and understanding of unit costs

Ability to prepare quantity take-offs, analysis, estimates and trend studies for self-perform and subcontractor scopes

Understanding of contracts, drawings and specifications

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Understanding of the factors that impact construction costs and subcontractor risk

Strong conceptual estimating skills

Computer literate and experience with spreadsheets, database programs and on-screen take off programs

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Construction, Construction Management or Engineering; or five (5) years related experience and/or training in Construction, Construction Management or engineering; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

BENEFITS: We offer competitive wages depending on experience with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits Include:

Employer match 401(k) retirement program

Health, Insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Compensation Package:

Performance bonus

Schedule

8 hour shift

Experience

Construction estimating: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Novato, CA 94945 (Required)

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