Assistant Project Estimator

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Assistant Project Estimator to join our growing organization.

• Review blueprints/drawings to understand general project scope
• Review blueprints/drawings for missing information and generate RFIs
• Select which subcontractors are needed
• Identify any specialty items and seek out associated vendors
• Send invitation to bid and to the appropriate subcontractors
• Answer scope questions from subcontractors and accurately communicate scope
• Review subcontractor questions and determine when additional information is needed to supplement the drawings - send associated RFIs
• Attend a walkthrough and serve as a competent representative of the company
• Collaborate with other members of the Estimating Department, Project Managers and JDL Management team to ensure all project timelines are met and client satisfaction is achieved
• Demonstrate and maintain effective and open dialogue with the project team regarding changes in work, job conditions, subcontractor relations and any deviation in the direction of the project during the bidding phase
• Be willing to take direction, instructions and constructive feedback from VP of Pre-Construction & Estimating, Ownership and JDL management regarding assignments
• Demonstrate a  can do attitude  and do whatever it takes to meet deadlines and obtain client satisfaction
• Promote positive subcontractor relations by dealing professionally and fairly with all subcontractors and vendors instilling this philosophy at all times
• Develop comprehensive understanding of project strategy and commitments including financial goals, scheduling, logistics, phasing, milestones, inspections
• Review subcontractor proposals as they are submitted to ensure the following:
• Scope is covered in its entirety
• Any and all  ADD/ALTS  are properly broken out as necessary by the trades
• Competently compile pricing that achieves the following:
• Covers required scope to protect JDL
• Allows JDL to be competitive when submitting final pricing
• Coherently review scope and pricing with clients

• Effectively manage client expectations on timing
• Review a fit plan (limited information) and extrapolate what work is required
• Communicate with clients to ensure expectations are aligned (re: the construction of the space)
• Perform quantity takeoffs
• Review existing site conditions and determine any related concerns
• Input takeoffs into budget - review values against past experience/historical costs

• 1-5 years of estimating/construction experience.
• The ideal candidate is someone that can assist the Estimating department immediately and needs little to no training to make valuable contributions.
• Training and mentoring and development of the candidate will take place throughout as their career progresses at JDL.