Project Estimator (DC Metro Area)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the development of construction cost estimate over various phases of a project in its life cycle.
• Develop a basis of scope for bidding and estimating purposes.
• Prepare and provides estimating services which include conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction level estimates.
• Prepares ROMs for construction projects, AE studies, or maintenance work during the planning phase.
• Manage the preparation and coordination of bid documents, production, subcontractor and vendor pricing, subcontractor and vendor buyouts and project turnover to Project Manager.
• Review and prepare Subcontractor pricing, from proposals through change orders for ongoing construction projects.
• Track and compare planned vs. actual time and cost results and make recommendation to correct either positive or negative variances.
• Reviews drawings and bid requirements thoroughly.
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing.
• Develops RFIs and clarifications and ensure adequate subcontractor coverage.
• Maintain open and cordial communication and good working relationship with project manager, engineer, architect, and management team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of technical training and/or experience.
• Minimum of five years of experience estimating heavy civil, structural, military, commercial, and educational projects.
• Certifications: ASPE, CSP, CPE, LEED Accreditation programming certs are a plus but not a requirement.
• Experience estimating large Federal Government projects using GSA P120 standards.
• Prepared cost estimates in CSI Division and Uniformat.
• Ability to produce full detail cost estimates independently.
• Estimating Historic Government Office Renovation Work is a plus.
• Familiar with GSA Cost Works.
• Proven profit/loss responsibility.
• Proficient in Microsoft Projects software and Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, etc.), Estimating and scheduling systems such as Timberline and Primavera plan and spec reading.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret drawings, contract specifications and other technical documents used in mechanical, construction and general contracting.
• Ability to develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for all projects. Provide and explain information to various managers. Maintain excellent business relationships with various vendors and subcontractors.
• Ability to assist in presenting analysis of project cost estimates, expenditures and forecasts to managers in order to enable/enhance project/program decision-making.
• Construction Manager or Project Manager Experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, including verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Well developed interpersonal skills including the ability to work well with diverse personalities including project managers, customers, clients, subcontractors, and staff.
• Excellent attention to detail with emphasis placed on quality. Very organized with a systematic approach to tasks to achieve accuracy and efficiency.
• Self-starter, highly motivated and goal oriented, quick, sharp, confident, assertive and ethical.

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