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    Construction Estimator - Columbia, United States - FIRST FINISH

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    FIRST FINISH Columbia, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Description

    Job duties include, but are not limited to:

    • Utilizing Timberline Estimating software, Estimators will produce construction/renovation spreadsheets for multiple divisions to create accurate estimates used for submission to First Finish clients.
    • Confirm site-specific information such as existing conditions, measurements, photo documentation, logistical planning, and other project-specific details.
    • Work closely with various vendors and suppliers to source products and materials.
    • Review, analyze, and qualify incoming vendor and subcontractor bid submissions for monetary and scope accuracy.
    • Create bid leveling spreadsheets for all vendors and subcontractors to ease in bid analysis and selection.
    • Coordinate pre-bid site meetings with vendors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and other appropriate project-related professionals to obtain and provide accurate project details related to both pricing and scope specifics.
    • Utilizing on-screen take-off, perform and confirm multiple measurements and quantity take-offs for project-specific needs.
    • Use Microsoft Projects scheduling software. It is a required component of the estimating process.
    • Traveling to and from project sites.
    • Utilize Share files, Dropbox, and various FTP sites, receive and log a client-initiated request for proposals (RFP's) and other pertinent project information for potential bid/estimating opportunities.
    • Utilize First Finish web-based GradeBeam software, communicate information to vendors, subcontractors, and material suppliers to obtain accurate pricing/estimates for input into First Finish client bid submission.
    • Create transmittals for RFIs, product and material submittals, shop drawings and plan distribution.
    • Communicate effectively with vendors and subcontractors to accurately assess project scope and/or supply capabilities within the parameters of the pricing submitted and actual project requirements.
    • Work with internal team members such as project managers, coordinators, and superintendents to assist in information gathering for accurate bid submission.
    • Manage multiple priorities simultaneously and manage time to meet tight project deadlines.
    • Work independently and on a team with minimal supervision on assigned tasks.

    Skills/Qualifications:

    • Candidate must have thorough business knowledge of the construction industry as it relates to new build commercial and heavy-duty renovations.
    • The position requires full knowledge of CSI divisional cost codes, best building practices, and construction methodology.
    • Candidate must be highly skilled in reading, understanding, and accurately interpreting specifications and drawings.
    • Knowledge in MEP divisions specifically as well as ground-up concrete construction.
    • Conceptual budgeting and constructability analysis are equally vital to the position requirements.
    • Experience leveraging technology and effectively communicating to stay uniformly connected to all project members.
    • Self-motivated, strong work ethic and drive for success.
    • Effective presentation, interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
    • Must be a strategic thinker and multi-task-oriented individual with strong problem resolution capabilities as well as the ability to prioritize often changing and conflicting issues.
    • Minimum of 10 years' experience in commercial estimating.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Project, Word, Excel, Outlook) and other project related software.


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