Description/Job SummaryThe Estimator will work closely with the Director of Estimating and the Estimating department on competitive design-bid-build and design-build bids. The Estimator will be responsible for writing scopes, performing takeoff, and managing scope/communication with subcontractors associated with Divisions 4-14. Responsibilities/Duties
Review project documents and develop subcontractor scopes of work for multiple projects at a time.
Coordinate with subcontractors to review scope, answer questions, problem solve, negotiate, and ensure proper coverage for each project.
Perform quantity take-offs, summarize quantities in estimate file, and draft pricing for self-perform work.
Attend project site visits and pre-proposal meetings.
Analytically review project documents to develop well-written RFIs and identify potential scope gaps and design omissions.
Attend industry networking events, subcontractor networking events, and individual subcontractor office visits / lunch meetings to develop and maintain relationships.
Coordinate with the estimating team to ensure each project is properly scoped and coordinated among all trades.
Prepare for bid days by attending review meetings, preparing y-sheets, reviewing proposals and coordinating with subcontractors. Review scopes with all subcontractors prior to bid day.
Required SkillsMust :
Possess strong communication skills
Have strong organizational and math skills
Experience reading and understanding construction documents
Understand the processes and squencing of construction and be able to provide constructability input into the estiamting and bidding process.
Required ExperienceA minimum of three (3) years of experience in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction field.Must:
Have extensive knowledge of the construction industry
Advanced knowlege of Microsoft, Excel and Word
Preferred Experience
Experience using construction software such as Procore, Blue Beam and Building Connected
Experience in the Metro Washington DC area
Required EducationBachelor's degree in engineering, architecture or construction management. Required QualificationsAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.DetailsA COVID-19 vaccination is preferred for the position. Grunley will provide reasonable accommodations for disability, pregnancy and religious-based objections in accordance with applicable law. Some projects may require attestation of COVID-19 vaccination status or regular Covid-19 testing.
Full-time