Estimator
- Become an experienced Estimator with Chicago's most reputable General Contractor|Be a lead participant in the preconstruction process.
This century-old contractor has a diverse project portfolio, working on everything from light industrial to healthcare and even transportation. They have client repetition which is a key aspect to their business and annual revenue. Our reputable client puts their employees first by providing a work/life balance as well as half-day Fridays. Their structure is based more off of self-perform than hierarchy, which allows each individual to be seen, and rewarded for their hard work.
Job Description
- Work with the entire preconstruction team in various capacities
- Accurately estimate projects from conceptual through construction document phases
- Present Value Engineering ideas when required.
- Interpret and accurately compare contractor proposals through detailed bid analysis sheet.
- Prepare quantity surveys for most construction trade work
- Maintain subcontractor relations and build subcontractor interest for future bids.
- Assist in maintaining historical cost database and as well as subcontractor database.
- Maintain good working knowledge of current unit costs and building costs/s.f.
- Maintain and build stronger client relations.
- Negotiate, award and write subcontracts.
- Accurately estimate general condition costs as well as preliminary scheduling.
- Navigate and utilize information contained in REVIT Models
The Successful Applicant
- Bachelor's Degree in Construction or Civil Engineering
- 5-10+ years of experience of estimating experience
- High-end residential experience bidding
- Efficient in high-level software experience
- Strong interpersonal communication
- Strong attention and accuracy to detail
- Ability to work alongside others
- Strong work ethic
- Salary that matches experience up to $120k
- Bonus potential
- Healthcare plan
- 401k match
- 2 weeks+ PTO
- Maternity and Paternity leave
- Standard Holidays
- Company Outings
Quote job ref: JN-092024-6526088
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Management and Manufacturing -
Industries
Leasing Non-residential Real Estate, Real Estate, and Facilities Services
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