Commercial Construction Estimator

Reports to: President and Vice President

Department: Preconstruction

Location: Morrow, GA

Type: Full-Time In-Office Position

Jerry L. Johnson & Associates, Inc., a metro Atlanta-based commercial and industrial general contractor with operations in all the southern United States, is currently seeking highly motivated individuals to join our Preconstruction Team as an Estimator in our Morrow, GA office. Assisting the Preconstruction Team in estimating the cost of potential projects and submitting bids and RFP responses to those projects is the position.

The ideal candidate is someone that looks to improve and grow in this industry.

• Read and understand the Contract Documents (drawings, specifications, Addenda, etc.) and perform quantity take-off of materials.
• Actively search for new bid opportunities in both the public and private sectors.
• Attend Pre-Bid and Pre-Construction Meetings. There will be some short trips involved.
• Complete job site visit prior to each bid or quote.
• Compile all required submittals for bid openings and RFP responses, including but not limited to, Bid Bond and COI request, completing Statements of Qualifications, compiling Architect/Engineer and Owner references.
• Draft bid questions from subcontractors and vendors and submit them to the Architect/Engineer.
• Manage the Bid Documents and issue to Subcontractors and Vendors for pricing.
• Ensure proper coverage from all trades.
• Compile Subcontractor pricing and review Scopes of Work.
• Complete quantity take-offs for self-performed trades.
• Deliver bids and RFP responses electronically or via hard delivery. (travel involved)
• Record and track historical data, for example, bid tabulations, RFP results, subcontractor participation.
• Assist in maintaining our subcontractor database for all trades and geographic locations.

• Bachelor’s degree. Preferably in Construction Management, Building Science, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• Candidate must be able to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical drawings and specifications.
• Must be proficient in Geometry (mensuration).
• Some knowledge of construction means and methods is preferred.
• Minimum 2-3 years commercial construction or related experience preferred.
• Computer skills are a must (Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project preferred, Procore preferred).
• Excellent communication skills and time management skills are a must.