Project Estimator

This team member will prepare detailed trade scopes and cost estimates for projects that support the strategic plan of the company.

Directly supervises:
Quantity Surveyors, Estimating Interns

• 5+ years of estimating experience in commercial construction
• History of securing successful design-build, design-bid-build, and CMaR projects

• B.S. / B.A. in construction related discipline or equivalent combination of technical training and construction experience.

• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the profile of a Bandy Person
• Have a solid understanding of how the construction industry operates in regard to sourcing, partnering, and trade subcontractor business operations.
• Have a complete understanding of all construction systems, cost estimating and budgeting, and delivery methods
• Working knowledge of material unit costs, systems square foot costs, and total building square foot costs
• Advanced organizational skills and ability to multi-task to consistently meet deadlines
• Ability to identify and anticipate project obstacles, challenges, etc. and determine effective solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare detailed estimates for projects up to $30 million
• Proven ability to build relationships with Owners, Architects, and Subcontractors
• Proficient with Estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to learn software programs quickly
• Perform all duties with a manner and attitude that promotes a cooperative and respectful work environment
• Professionally communicate with Owners, Architects/Engineers, and Subcontract and Vendor partners with positive results; for Owners that means being viewed as someone who is a true advocate of the Owner and can be relied upon; for Architects/Engineers that means being viewed as a collaborator who is a positive influence on the team; for our project partners that means being viewed as a fair resource and contact in their attempt to secure new business
• Insure all estimating activities comply with established company policies and procedures
• Obtain all required bid documents and attend all pre-bid meetings
• Prepare detailed trade scopes for all required project elements
• Prepare detailed or conceptual estimates depending on project status and needs
• Prepared detailed estimates for all self-perform items including demolition, concrete, carpentry, openings, and specialty items installations
• Assure all estimates are accurate and reflect all project requirements
• Develop and document detailed notes, quantity surveys, and estimating thinking for Purchasing and Construction Operations
• Participate in bid day activities
• Participate in meetings with Project Management & Construction Operations
• Assist in the maintenance of the Master Vendor list
• Develop and maintain Subcontractor and Vendor relations
• Keep current with changes and trends in methods of construction and materials, construction costs, wage rates, fringes, and working rules

This job operates in a clerical office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

This is largely a sedentary role; however, some bending, stooping, and occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds is required.

Due to the nature of this role, local travel will be required up to 25%. Driver’s License, personal vehicle and auto insurance must remain current at levels deemed appropriate by Bandy Constructors and employees must remain in good standing for insurability purposes.

Successful completion of a fingerprint background check and drug screen