Construction Estimator Job at Vericon Construction, Mountainside, NJ

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  • Vericon Construction
  • Mountainside, NJ

Job Description

Position Objectives and Responsibilities

  • Prepares construction budgets by thoroughly reviewing plans and specifications, identifying each trades scope of work and projecting costs for each
  • Prepares Project estimates independently or in coordination with the lead PM
  • Reviews RFP’s, plans, specifications, and addendums
  • Attends bid walk throughs
  • Assists with entire bid process including but not limited to preparing trade lists, obtaining bidders from various sourcing methods and bid assembly
  • Obtains bids from subcontractors and vendors by specifying materials; identifying qualified subcontractors; and when necessary negotiates pricing to ensure bid stays within budget
  • Understands scope of work to bid
  • Performs quantity take-offs
  • Prepares scope sheets; evaluates subcontractor proposals for accuracy and to ensure they meet project requirements; completes bid comparisons
  • Resolves cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information
  • Develops and maintains cost database
  • Ensures and maintains high quality of service by adhering to organization’s customer service values
  • Maintains continuity among corporate, division, and local work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs

Position Requirements and Qualifications

  • 3+ years’ experience in construction estimating, preferably in commercial retail and corporate offices both new build and renovations
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or comparable experience
  • Strong math/analytical skills, impeccable problem-solving skills
  • Skilled in self-perform carpentry, drywall and acoustical ceiling take-offs; strong sitework and MEP knowledge is required, strong understanding of commercial construction processes
  • Strong ability to read and evaluate civil/architectural/MEP drawings and relevant contract documents
  • Ability to meet critical deadlines and manage time efficiently
  • Excellent skills with MS Word and Excel; On-Screen Takeoff software experience is a plus
  • Excellent communication skills and able to effectively communicate with all sub-contractors, employees, and clients

Job Tags

Contract work, For subcontractor, Work at office, Local area,

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