Construction Estimator / Project Coordinator

Construction Estimator / Project Coordinator

SCC is looking to hire a knowledgeable, goal oriented, organized, self motivated, responsible; individual who is willing to take the lead on Estimating projects of all sizes and scopes.

• General Job Description
  • Estimate project from start to finish (Bid to Buyout).
  • Fully take off all aspects of a project and analyze drawings to incorporate all items needed for a full, complete, and comprehensive bid / proposal.
  • Be able to communicate with subcontractors and vendors on all scopes of works.
  • Be able to price, procure, coordinate, and schedule materials and products to the jobsite to meet the project timeline.
  • Solicit bids from subcontractors that incorporate the full aspect of that subcontractor’s scope of work.
  • Analyze and interpret subcontractor and material vendor quote breakdowns.
  • Implement and send out all invitation to bids.
  • Organizing all bid documents from budget plans, to bid plans, to addendums, to final construction set.

• Other requirements
  • Interpret plans and specifications.
  • Perform quantity takeoffs.
  • Put pricing to GC self-performed items.
  • Create RFI's during bid process.

• Experience / Education
  • 2 to 5 years minimum estimating experience in the commercial sector.
  • 2 to 5 years minimum field experience working direct on commercial projects.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field of study.
  • Fluent in all Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Microsoft project, Etc.).
  • Proficient in takeoff and estimating software programs.
  • Able to fully interpret construction documents (Plans, Specification, Submittals, etc.)
  • Have the basic understanding of Architectural, Civil, Structural, and Mechanical scopes of work.

• Work Location
  • This position requires working direct from the main office on a daily basis.
  • It will also require periodic visits to project sites for pre-bid meetings and project evaluations.

• Motivation
  • Goal oriented and does not require micromanagement or daily motivation to get the job done.
  • Willing to put in additional hours if needed to complete the bid on time and not at the last minute.
  • Possess a leadership work ethic and lead by example.
  • Has to be willing to put in the effort to win bid.
  • Takes pride in their work product.