Senior Estimator
The Colarelli Construction is seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Estimator to join our team. The ideal candidate is detail orientated with a demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize as well as strong organization and communication skills. They will be responsible for creating detailed proposal and accurate construction estimates for multiple, simultaneous projects from conceptual design through final construction documents. They take ownership of their projects, implement innovative ideas, and are accountable for themselves and their projects.
Job Overview
- Prepare estimates ranging from conceptual to detailed estimating
- Attend pre-bid jobsite meetings
- Prepare preliminary construction schedules, RFIs, RFP, and other project documents
- Understands project plans and specifications and can develop conceptual plan designs and renderings
- Understands the various components that go into the construction of a building
- Ability to pull all components together from preliminary information
- Strong conceptual estimating skills
- Ability to independently develop complete estimates
- Work with design teams and clients closely to further develop the projects
- Coordinate the completion of all client deliverables for estimates to insure consistency
- Identify appropriate trade contractors and develop sub-lists for budges, bids and RFPs
- Proficient in all trade scope review and identifying potential concerns/issues on projects
- Ability to independently develop accurate detailed self-perform estimates
- Track, price and negotiate project cost charges
- Demonstrates the ability to encourage personal and professional development in team members
- Demonstrate a positive attitude and professionalism
Qualifications
- Detail orientated with strong leadership, communication, problem solving, and initiative
- Knowledgeable in construction and estimating software as well as windows applications
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- 5 years' experience in a Preconstruction role in the Commercial Construction Industry
- Demonstrable experience in roles of increasing responsibility in commercial construction estimating
- Architectural background desired
This position overview, and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all duties and/or responsibilities, but in a general reflection of the position expectations