Sr. Construction Project Cost Estimator

Senior Construction Project Cost Estimator

Location: Remote Position (must be local to the region)

Employment Class:    Full Time Regular

FLSA Classification:    Exempt- Salary

Position Summary:

Advancia Remediation Services (a federal government contractor) is growing its business and is seeking a Construction Estimator that can immediately add value to the organization and mesh with the dynamic, hardworking, and adaptable team that exists today. To be successful, you must have Project Management experience, be a quick thinker and willing to do whatever it takes to procure job costing and supporting estimates 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Prepare detailed cost estimates by analyzing plans and specifications and performing quantity take-offs for select trades. Be technically savvy. Utilizing on-screen take off software is a positive.

• Develop and prepare conceptual estimates with minimal subcontractor assistance using limited preliminary design documents/information.

• Develop subcontract interest in projects and manage the subcontractor RFP process.

•  Qualify and level subcontractors' proposals according to project specifics.

•  Itemize trade specific scopes and prepare bid packages.

• Prepare detailed critical path job schedules.

•  Continually Marketing the company and looking for future opportunities to grow the business.

•  Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times.

• Growth/compensation potential for the right candidate.

• Interact with clients, architects, engineers and Government entities to understand and incorporate project objectives, schedules, permits, costs, etc.

Education & Experience Requirements

•    A leader that assumes total responsibility for their work.

• A Team Player that works well with others and can effectively direct and manage others.

•  4 Year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or 10+/- years of experience.

• Extensive knowledge of industry practices, procedures, and market trends.

•    Dedicated, well organized, able to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks.

• Detailed oriented with the ability to focus on quality, accuracy, and attention to detail.