Skip to main content

This job has expired

Estimator

Employer
banneker ventures
Location
Silver Spring, MD
Closing date
Oct 21, 2019

View more

Industry
Specialty Trades
Function
Finance
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
The ideal candidate is responsible for reviewing drawings and specifications and site logistics, developing scope sheets for different trades, reviewing bid estimates and scopes from sub-contractors and general contractors then comparing them with the bid drawings and specifications. Further, uses historic data to compare current bids from sub-contractors and suppliers, coordinating with members of Banneker's bid-team throughout the bid process, and working with key personnel to develop a comprehensive bid estimate for jobs in which Banneker is bidding. What you'll do:. Works as a team and shares knowledge and performs on the job training as needed. . Direct, coordinate and participate in the preparation of estimates collected by the Estimating Department. Thoroughly review the contract and trade scopes of work to identify scope gaps and overlaps. Properly account for general conditions.. Demonstrates knowledge and experience with hard bids, including conceptual and pre-construction budgeting for both construction and renovation projects.. Verifies estimates of general contractors with respect to development projects.. Perform constructability analysis to identify concerns and/or risks that lead to errors, design flaws, cost overruns and delays.. Connect and retain positive working relationships with preferred construction sub-contractors and suppliers. Expands the company's connections to increase the number of subcontractors for critical trades. Vet qualified construction sub-contractors and suppliers. . Manages bid data by using approved software systems. Maintain and utilize historical data and develop cost trends.. Act as liaison with sub-contractors, clients and other key parties (ie, architects, engineers, etc.) to achieve maximum results and exceed Banneker's standards of customer service.. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by identifying and participating in training programs.. Performs other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate: Education and Experience. Experience with multifamily and mixed-use construction.. Proficient with respect to all trades; significant contributions to civil, structural and ground up construction.. Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management and a minimum of 8 years of relevant field experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.. Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) or other qualification is a plus. Skills and Abilities. Able to provide qualitative and quantitative analysis of documents.. Basic understanding of accounting and project management concepts. . Working knowledge with SmartBid, On-Screen Takeoff, ProCore or other related software. . Great attention to detail. . Excellent leadership, communication and negotiation abilities.. Well-organized, reliable and deadline driven. What we offer:. Competitive wages commensurate with experience. Monthly paid volunteer time. Health (medical, vision and dental) benefits covered at 50%. 401k retirement savings with employer match. Paid trainings and job shadowing, education . Tuition reimbursement program. Annual bonus/salary review Banneker Ventures LLC is an Equal Employer

Get job alerts

Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox.

Create alert