Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in commercial estimating
Must have experience performing takeoffs correctly
Must be able to read and interpret blueprints
Proficiency in construction estimating software such as Planswift, Procore, or similar tools.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex project specifications and drawings.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers.
Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy, thoroughness, and meticulous documentation.
Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to anticipate and address potential project challenges proactively.
Top Skills / Key Job Responsibilities
Coordinate bidding schedule to determine which projects to pursue. Prepare Bid Packages and initiate bidding procedures:
Obtain all documents for bidding including plans, specifications, soils reports, etc.
Prepare invitation for subcontractors with bid instructions, bid form, outline scope of work and preliminary schedule.
Review bid drawings and prepare appropriate list of subcontractors to be solicited for bids.
Coordinate with Estimating Assistant or Submittal Assistant to assure bidders are in receipt of bid invitations and verify whether they intend to respond with quotes.
Upload bid documents to Procore.
Forward bid packages for obtaining bonds, insurance, MBE/WBE advertising and any other required paperwork for the bid.
Coordinate Subcontractor Design Build proposals if appropriate.
Prepare Proposal Documents including:
Enumeration of the Drawings
Allowances
Alternates
Clarifications and Exclusions
Spreadsheets
Proposal Letter
When appropriate complete:
Owner’s online procurement procedures.
Owner’s Bid Documents.
Upon Project Awarded:
Prepare Agreement for review and signature.
Prepare Bid Grid for Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) agreements.
Prepare “Turnover” documents for Project Manager and assist with job set up.
Discuss proposal related issues with Project Manager during construction and provide additional documentation if appropriate.
Preconstruction Services:
Meet with prospective clients to discuss proposed projects and provide estimated costs based on preliminary information.
Develop preliminary control budgets during Schematic Design (SD) and Design Development (DD).
Provide constructability reviews during SD and DD.
Provide alternate pricing for consideration in determining construction methods and materials.
Prepare budgeting for Value Engineering (VE).
Prepare Conceptual Estimate and Bid Proposals for presentation including:
Thorough review of all bid documents.
Attend pre-construction meetings and / or coordinate site meetings for subcontractor’s site investigation.
Perform takeoffs / cost spreadsheet.
Prepare General Conditions.
Accept questions from Subcontractors and Prepare Requests for Information (RFI’s) for presentation to the Owner/Architect.
Review Addendums and distribute to Subcontractors with additional direction as needed.
Obtain design fees from Architect, Civil Engineer, Structural Engineer and Landscape Architect if appropriate.
Prepare estimated costs for permits and utility connection fees if appropriate.
Review Subcontractors Bids for correct scope of work, clarifications and exclusions and request revised proposals if appropriate.
Determine lowest responsible subcontractors quote for inclusion in proposal.
Non-Essential Job Functions
Review plan room publications and other invitations for upcoming bids.
Track and review results of recent bid openings.
Maintain list of approved subcontractors for bid solicitation.
Maintain current Projects Bidding Log and printing charges for bidding projects.
Respond to Subcontractors requests for bid results.
Submit all proposals to Principal for review prior to presentation and make appropriate revisions.
Follow up with Owners after presentation of bids and proposals and provide additional information and revised costs as needed.
