Estimator

DIMARCO CONSTRUCTORS LLC•Town of Henrietta, NY

About The Position

Together with other members of the Preconstruction and Estimating Team, this position is responsible for a variety of estimating functions including analyzing proposals and requirements and preparing detailed cost estimates for a variety of construction projects. This position requires excellent time management, follow-up and organizational skills; a commitment to process and procedure and the ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks. Must work well under extreme deadlines and pay strict attention to detail.

Requirements

Strong computer skills, specifically packaged construction management software, Blubeam, and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with AutoCad, Revit and scheduling software a plus
Extensive knowledge of construction business
High-level interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy
Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality
Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly; Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan
Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments
In possession of valid driver's license, in good standing
4-year Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture
2-year Associate's Degree in any of the above stated fields, plus 2 years of relevant experience in construction and/or estimating
4 years of relevant equivalent experience

Responsibilities

Explore documentation in order to gain a deep understanding of the project requirements to create and validate detailed project budgets
Visit sites, warehouses and other venues necessary to estimate and validate existing conditions including document review
Coordinate with designers, developers and construction trade partners to review progress drawings for accuracy with budget/scope and provide feedback to ownership
Perform complex analysis of collected data and metrics
Work closely with the project management and pre-construction teams to ensure all subcontractors and vendors are hired to meet project requirements
Maintain up to date data base of industry cost information to prepare relevant and reliable forecasts
Create and present reports to senior management
Build and maintain long-term relationships with the key vendors, subcontractors and field staff
Thorough working knowledge and understanding of all project management control system including but not limited to; scheduling, estimating, cost control, procurement and business development
Complete quantity take offs
Cloud based project management knowledge; Microsoft office, Asta or Microsoft Project, Working knowledge of applications and benefits of BIM, AutoCAD, Sage Estimating and Revit
Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting
Assist with researching and evaluating new construction & estimating software and programs to streamline preconstruction services and estimating
Assist with implementation and training