We are looking to hire a Sr. Estimator with work experience in automotive and manufacturing new build projects. Primary role is to organize and manage the execution of the cost estimate deliverable process from initial client meeting through to final client acceptance, including Structural, miscellaneous building scopes, and Mechanical/Electrical for reviews of project changes. Mon - Fri, 40 hours a week.

　　Functions:

　　Interrogates drawings and other project documents to prepare detailed cost estimates in accordance with industry accepted practices.

　　Works with project team to develop clear understanding of project scope during preparation of estimate. Develops relationships with members of A/E firms and project team members.

　　Performs accurate quantity takeoffs from design documents in 2D and 3D (BIM) format.

　　Obtains accurate and up to date pricing information from databases, contractors, suppliers, etc. to utilize in estimates.

　　Develops cost estimates using prescribed software and WBS

　　Assists staff in ways to make projects more efficient. Seeks ways to improve accuracy and efficiency of tasks.

　　Maintains project documents such as drawings and specifications in an organized and reasonable manner. Maintains project files in accordance with company standards.

　　Maintains and updates data library of costs.

　　Prepares cost reconciliation between two or more estimates and explains cost driver variances.

　　Performs such other duties as the Supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

　　Complexity - Work involves conventional practice but may include a variety of complex features.

　　Decision-making - Most assignments are performed solitarily. Makes sound judgements on technical problems and methods. Receives approval on proposed plans for projects and general direction as to results expected or on unusual problems.

　　Work direction given to others - Supervises, gives work direction to, and/or reviews the work of junior technical staff and/or others who assist in specific assignments.

　　Additional Skills & Qualifications:

　　Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying or a related field

　　5+ years of experience as an Estimator in the construction field (large industrial projects

　　A professional designation such as RICS, CCE, CCM, AIA, PE, ASPE, AACEI, CVS, AVS, LEED AP, RA, or any appraisal or real estate licensure is preferred.

　　Must have strong technology skills and knowledge of standard estimating system functionality (incl. 2D and 3D QTO). Knowledge of CSI MasterFormat and Uniformat WBS’s is preferred.

　　Must thoroughly understand and utilize Information Technology in the performance of work including Internet, Intranet, Microsoft Windows OS, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI and Microsoft Project.

　　Skills:

　　industrial manufacturing, estimation, construction estimating, Project budgets, Ms project, primavera, industrial construction, industrial project, industrial estimating, data collection, data acquisition, Construction, Bidding, Blueprint, Project management, Construction management, Estimating software, Mechanical, Electrical, Preconstruction, Cost estimate, Cost reduction, Cost control

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