Estimator - Multifamily - Scottsdale - $130-160k
Company: Michael Page
Location: Scottsdale
Posted on: March 17, 2023
Job Description:
The Estimator will lead the preconstruction services of assigned
estimates. Responsible for preparing estimates, forming bids and
assembling proposals of conceptual and hard dollar projects
including quantity takeoffs, review of plans and specifications,
developing unit costs to estimate final project costs, soliciting
and negotiating prices from subcontractors/suppliers, bid analysis
and interacting with owners, architects and engineers.Client
DetailsA country-wide GC expanded operations into Phoenix at the
end of 2022 that has a tone of work and needs to immediately hire a
PM, they have 350 Million in residential multifamily pipeline for
the rest of 2023, and 2022 saw revenue of over 1.3
Billion.DescriptionConceptual Estimating
- Review and understand project documents at a conceptual and
schematic level
- Complete on-screen takeoff of project quantities for all
divisions of work in the commercial construction industry
- Preparation of internal estimates based on use of historical
cost information from bids/completed work
- Able to complete design review/analysis to identify value
engineering opportunities
- Preparation of proposal information for clients
- Produce accurate budgets from conceptual and schematic design
phases through final estimates that are consistent with the
organization's goals and strategyBid Administration
- Prepare and maintain status of plan reproduction
- Solicit and maintain communication with subcontractors and
vendors
- Prepare subcontractor bid packages
- Transmit addenda and other bid information to
subcontractors
- Ensure proper coverage from subcontractors on bid day
- Show creativity and resourcefulness to gain better pricing from
subcontractorsProject Knowledge
- Review bid requirements thoroughly and ask follow-up question
on every bid
- Has a thorough understanding of the scope for specific trades
assigned
- Develop RFI's and clarifications and ensure adequate
subcontractor coverage
- Perform a comprehensive "bid day" analysis and scoping of
specific assigned trades
- Understand how to fit subs to the size/scope of project
- Create bid lists that fit scope of job, ensuring the right subs
for the project
- Include value engineering ideas on every bidSubcontractor award
- Thoroughly checks requirements to buy the proper scope
- Award subs in a timely manner to ensure release of
materials
- Ensure that subs are aware of (and commit to) the project
schedule
- Provide subs with as much information as possible (PM, Super,
permit status, etc.)Stakeholder Management
- Identify and qualify new subcontractors and material
suppliers
- Lead stakeholders through the design and preconstruction phase
of assigned projects
- Support business development in reviewing preliminary budgets
with clients
- Oversee internal team, including project managers, to prepare
costs estimates using a competitive strategy
- Lead client meetings and presentations throughout the
preconstruction phase of the project
- Negotiate for project construction services
- Work closely with client to help deliver a satisfactory project
that meets the owner's objectivesProfile
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (i.e. civil, architectural or
construction), construction management or related field
- Estimating and bidding experience and/or turnkey project
management in the commercial construction industry; project
management experience on commercial and multi-family residential
projects is a plus
- Proven ability to successfully lead estimates and bids of
commercial construction projects up to $25 million
- Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require
work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now
or in the future.
- Strong communication skills - both written and verbal
- Able to interact with all levels of the organization and
external customers
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills; Able to
independently prioritize and effectively multitask assignments
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills; Able to follow
up and follow through on all requests and assignmentsJob Offer
- 100% Employee Owned
- $130-160K Salary
- Up to 100% bonus
- Annual bonus program
- Esop with no employee contribution required
- Company contributed 401K
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with HSA
- Work life balance
- Service Awards including paid sabbaticals and milestone
bonus
- Continuing Education Reimbursement
- Positive and collaborative work environmentMPI does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age,
disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an
individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable
federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from
minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other
qualified applicants.
Keywords: Michael Page, Scottsdale , Estimator - Multifamily - Scottsdale - $130-160k, Professions , Scottsdale, Arizona
Didn't find what you're looking for? Search again!
Loading more jobs...