Construction Estimator

Job Description

NELCON, Inc. is a Commercial General Contractor and Construction Manager operating in the Greater Pittsburgh, PA region. Our Project types include the following:

• New Construction
• Commercial Renovation
• Multi-family Residential
• Tennant Fit Out
• Selective Residential Projects.
  
  

Construction Estimator Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare construction estimates and proposals based on plans and specifications. Estimates will be a mix of hard bid and negotiated projects.
• Must have the ability to prepare schematic level estimates for projects in early design stages.
• Solicit bids and proposals from subcontractors, suppliers, and other vendors in preparation of construction estimates. Includes reviewing bids for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with the plans and specifications.
• Prepare accurate material take-offs.
• Develop written scope of work for all trades.
• Prepare preliminary project schedules and timelines.
• Negotiate vendor purchases and subcontract agreements.
• Develop and track project budgets.
• Assist the Project Management Staff on Change Order pricing during construction.
• Fostering existing relationships with Owners, Clients, and Vendors as well as develop new relationships.
• Have the ability to step in and manage a project from estimating through completion if the need arises.
• Attend pre-bid meetings as required.
• Attend certain networking and business development related functions.
  
  

Construction Estimator Desired Qualifications:

We are currently seeking an estimator that meets the following job qualifications:

• Preferred but not required: B.S. in Engineering, Construction Management, or related degree.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a construction estimator.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural plans and specifications.
• Experience with scheduling, purchasing, estimating, as well as management of field personnel and subcontractors.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be a self-starter that can work with minimal supervision.
• Must have strong attention to detail.
• Must have good time management skills and proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Project and Excel.
• Experience with BLUEBEAM and PROCORE is a plus.
• Applicants should have good client and employer references.
• Applicant must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
  
  

Company Description

NELCON, Inc. is a Commercial General Contractor and Construction Manager operating in the Greater Pittsburgh, PA region. Our Project types include the following:

New Construction

Commercial Renovation

Multi-family Residential

Tenant Fit Out

Select Residential Projects.

NELCON, Inc. is a Commercial General Contractor and Construction Manager operating in the Greater Pittsburgh, PA region. Our Project types include the following: New Construction Commercial Renovation Multi-family Residential Tenant Fit Out Select Residential Projects.