Description



The Staff Estimator is responsible for preparation of all levels of estimates and proposals relating to their discipline(s) that are required to support the engineering and design-build construction projects. This position will prepare and present lump sum bids, proposals, unit cost and quantities for various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

• Assemble material and labor costs for clients and proposals for construction projects.


• Analyze and incorporate quotes on bonds and insurance into the estimate for review.


• Conduct small and disadvantaged business solicitation and evaluation.


• Conduct subcontractor solicitation and pre-qualification tasks.


• Analyze and insert specialty and standard equipment and material pricing into the estimate.


• Prepare and deliver bid packages to subcontractors.


• Present estimating information in site and pre bid meetings.


• Conduct subcontractor labor and market studies, and make recommendations based on those results.


• Develop project summary schedules.


• Evaluate and condition subcontractor and supplier quotes.


• Support pre-construction services on client estimates and joint venture reviews.


• Develop and present estimating strategy and plan.


• Research cost history and update data base(s).


• Provide preliminary pricing for indirect and general conditions.


• Evaluate fee, contingency and escalation and make recommendations.


• Responsible for reviewing specialty and standard equipment pricing.


• Review plans and specifications for risk issues and propose a mitigation strategy


• Review commercial terms and conditions for cost and risk items and present concerns to lead estimator.


• Responsible the accuracy and validity of estimate clarifications and assumptions.


• Analyze and price value engineering for submission.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field. and 3 years of direct project estimating experience required.


• Or applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.


• Ability to work independently or in groups, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions.


• Demonstrated attention to detail.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office, ConEst and K-Base.


• OSHA 10-hour certification required.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.



EEO/Disabled/Veterans




Job Estimating




Primary Location US-FL-Orlando




Schedule: Full-time




Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time




Req ID: 265180




Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MF #CDB