Estimator (Boston)

We are currently looking for a detail-oriented Estimator to join our tight-knit, fast-growing team. The ideal candidate is precise, consistent, and capable of completing multiple tasks at a time. You will be involved in the preparation of all phases of the preconstruction process from conceptual through construction documents.

This position will support the sales & management team by delivering first class client service, renovations, and new construction for projects in the public/private commercial, institutional, historical, multi-family, historical, healthcare and residential sectors, which range in size from $500k to $50 million+.

Responsibilities

• Build a comprehensive understanding of project strategy and deploy this knowledge throughout the Estimating process.
• Lead team to milestones to ensure the knowledge of the project and its requirements are current.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site tours to be fully versed on how the site will affect subcontractor pricing. This includes working with Operations to include a site logistics plan.
• Review project plans and specifications.
• Manage the subcontractor bid management process; establish the proper subcontractor list; manage subcontractor coverage; manage information flow; and coverage maintenance throughout the life cycle of an estimate.
• Ensure adequate market coverage by maintaining a current knowledge of where the coverage stands.
• Develop thorough scopes of work that cover all aspects of a project, and ensures subcontractors comply with the scope produced.
• Review and analyze bids for conformance to project specifications, price, and related items. Discuss and resolve any questions with subcontractor prior to submission of final estimate.
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs.
• Determine labor, material, and equipment costs.
• Attend client meetings to discuss estimates, answer questions, and resolve issues regarding pricing and estimates.
• Review quotes and estimates with the Project Management Team.
• Develop initial procurement logs to ensure projected schedule can be achieved.
• Perform purchasing of subcontractor and vendors in a timely manner.
• Support the field, as required, by assisting in drawing review, scope review and preparation of change requests.
• Prepares multiple budgets for all phases (i.e., conceptual, schematic, design/development, final phase), and provide thorough reconciliation for client and internal review.
• Analyze completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine the reason for any discrepancies.
• Conduct cost analysis at completion of project.
• Prequalify subcontractors to limit risk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction related field, or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or field experience
• A minimum of 5-7 years construction experience inclusive of 3 years of estimating projects with a commercial general contracting company. Field experience a plus
• Strong Estimating skills and experienced in estimating self-perform carpentry trades
• Management Experience including delegating, coaching, mentorship, and providing timely feedback
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Strong knowledge of construction techniques and means & methods.
• Strong knowledge of Massachusetts subcontractor base.
• Successful candidate must possess a high degree of self-motivation, strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; attention to detail; work in a team environment and be able to work accurately under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook. Experience with Onscreen Takeoff and Database Estimating software similar to Sage is a plus.