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Construction Estimator - Maryland

ALLY Construction Services
Frederick, USA
Full-time
Mid · 5+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 1 weeks ago

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RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide thorough review of construction plans, architectural and engineered drawing sets.
  • Identify items that have been omitted and ensure appropriate accounting for such items in overall estimate package that represents the full scope of the project.
  • Timely preparation of conceptual estimates, competitive bids, budgets, and pricing analysis, as required on proposed projects.
  • Share information about reliable sub-contractors and suppliers to assist Project Managers and other team members in the timely preparation of GMP and Lump Sum pricing.
  • Prepare competitive Lump Sum and Time and Material bids on construction projects, including timely review of associated bid forms, pricing, and general conditions by appropriate senior management.
  • Assist Project Managers with subcontractor/vendor bidding on projects.
  • Develop conceptual project schedules based on subcontract input and historical data.
  • Maintain a construction cost database, including historical cost data and unit pricing.
  • Maintain the subcontractor/vendor qualified bidders database for use by estimating and Project Managers along with other team members.
  • Identify and remain current with an up-to-date understanding of the latest construction materials, pricing, trends, systems, procedures, means and methods, computer programs, management techniques, code changes, etc..
  • Follow approved estimating practices consistent with corporate guidelines and ensure such practices result in the most complete estimates possible while meeting financial objectives.
  • Ensure quality and timely work output by prioritizing tasks and meeting assigned deadlines.
  • Provide feedback to senior leadership on gaining competitive advantages over the competition.
  • Be proactive in identifying opportunities through current and past clients.
  • Attend client meetings to discuss estimates, answering any questions and resolving any issues regarding pricing and estimates throughout duration of project.
  • Provide change order pricing, site visits, bid delivery and collaboration with teams.
  • Prepare estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work, preparing bids, selecting vendors or subcontractors and determining cost effectiveness.
  • Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data for effect cost reductions.
  • Analyze completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine the reason for any discrepancies.
  • Close out estimate packages and maintain archive files.
  • Regional travel up to 3 days at a time, throughout the Northeastern US, Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern US will occasionally be required.
  • REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)
  • Excellent estimating, communication, financial analysis, budgeting, purchasing, negotiation and computer skills are essential.
  • Requires expertise in the use of computer software programs, such as, Microsoft Office Suite. Blue Beam and Premier experience are a plus.
  • Life Sciences or manufacturing facility project experience (or similar) preferred.
  • Experience with Lean Construction Practices is a plus.
  • Must have reliable transportation.
  • When driving on company business, a clean driving record, valid driver’s license, properly maintained employee-owned vehicle with the state minimum mandated levels of auto liability insurance are required as a condition of employment.
  • MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • The successful candidate will demonstrate ALLY’s core values by:
  • Acting as a trustworthy ALLY with uncompromising ethics, honesty, fairness, and accountability.
  • Working with integrity, commitment, and professionalism.
  • Supporting a collaborative, inclusive, and team-oriented company culture.
  • Demonstrating a willingness to give back to others and support company, community, and veteran-focused initiatives.
  • 5+ years of construction estimating experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering or Management or equivalent work experience is preferred.
  • Eligible to work in the United States.
  • Adherence to ALLY’s employment and corporate policies.
  • Quality performance of duties listed in the job description.
  • Respectful interaction with other employees, owners, consultants, subcontractors, and the general public.
  • Must have reliable transportation and when driving on company business, a clean driving record, valid driver’s license, properly maintained employee-owned vehicle with the state minimum mandated levels of auto liability insurance is required as a condition of employment.
  • Must be a team player.
  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
  • While performing the duties of this job, the Estimator is required to sit for long periods of time and is occasionally required to stand; walking within a 400-acre campus; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and ladders; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Estimators are required to speak clearly so listeners can understand and hear clearly to understand the speech of another person. In this role and employee may also occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
  • Client site pending, work environments can involve some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
  • Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Lean Construction Practices is a plus.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering or Management or equivalent work experience is preferred.

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