Estimator

PKC Construction is a national general contractor centrally located in Kansas City. Drawing on 30 years of experience in commercial construction, we work closely with each client to help them complete their construction goals and realize their true vision. Instead of taking a “one and done” approach with our clients, we develop partnerships and long-term relationships.

We passionately support our clients’ goals by delivering innovative approaches to construction and project management. We’ve built our reputation on building restaurants, retail, financial, healthcare, industrial spaces.  In addition to handling corporate tenant improvements and finishes, we manage roll-out projects, coordinate refresh programs and oversee reimaging and rebranding initiatives. We also build projects from the ground up.

We are fully licensed and insured in all 50 states and able to mobilize anywhere in the U.S.

Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements pre-job strategies by analyzing the construction documents, identifying the critical path, long-lead items, and setting a plan to build the project in the most efficient manner.
• Develops the site logistic plan by carefully analyzing site conditions, utilities, material deliveries, crane access, vertical transportation, employee parking, trailer and/or office setup. Develops plan to address safety concerns, including signage and emergency evacuation routes.
• Builds and maintains superior relationships with Owners, Architects, Project Team and Subcontractors.
• Communicates regularly with all involved parties regarding project plans, status of the project, upcoming activities and open issues.
• Develops comprehensive schedule from the inception of the project by closely reviewing plans and specifications for required activities.
• Works with the project team and subcontractors to accurately reflect durations and sequence or logic.
• Sets up initial budges by tabulating each required scope of work.
• Manages the budget process by updating required work to complete current budget sections on a regular basis.
• Leads Assistant Estimators by training them on the specifics of the project, exposing them to the
  RFI, Submittal and Budget Processes and by giving them regular feedback and communication on their performance.
• Provides leadership in the estimating process by managing the owner and architect teams toward the successful resolution of action items.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5+ years in construction (Required)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in estimating (Required)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related combination of education, training and experience.
• Proficiency in MS Project to manage all components of the project.
• Proficiency in computer applications, preferably Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to take leadership role on projects from start to finish.
• Proven consistent track record of successful projects/project management.

• Demonstrated ability to develop project schedule.
• Proven track record of proactive approach to problem resolution and issues management.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage more than one project at a time.
• Proficient in running project-related meetings.
• Ability to take Initiative/Responsibility

• Anticipation / Proactive Thinking Skills
• Humility:  interacts with partners in a humble way; showing respect, attentive listening and open mindedness.
• Decision-Making Abilities
• Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Planning/Organization/Time Management Skills
• Familiarity with Timberline or similar estimating software
• Familiarity with Planswift or similar takeoff software
• Can read drawings and understand all scopes of work clearly