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Enfield Enterprises
Senior Construction Estimator - (up to $175K / yr)
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An Estimator provides cost estimates for a project, based on an evaluation of the materials, labor, time and equipment needed to complete the project. May specialize in many aspects of construction or in manufacturing and design industries.
$83,070 / year median in Massachusetts
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Job Description Job Description Overview Prepare detailed cost estimates based on the construction drawings and specifications. Communicate bids and scopes of work. Essential Job Functions Prepare detailed estimates by completing quantity take-offs, analysis, estimate input, and studies for all items incorporated in the assigned scope. Prepare and assemble bids and proposals for various contract types. (Lump Sum, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), Cost Plus, etc.) Serve as liaison with subcontractors, design team (architects, engineers, consultants) and client. Point of contact for managing assigned trade subcontractors and distributing information. Develop a value analysis study by defining alternatives to the proposed scope that are more cost-efficient. Prepare scope requisitions for assigned trades as required; coordinate with project team to eliminate scope gaps and overlaps. Responsible for understanding all factors required to prepare bids, including contract documents, site logistics, schedule, coordination, means and methods. Prepare comparison analysis to previous estimate for assigned scope. Obtain and evaluate subcontractor proposals relative to their scope of work. Manage action items from Post Bid and finalize subcontract scope. Occasionally perform duties outside scope of job description. Qualifications Bachelor's degree plus a minimum of two years' related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule. Understand, execute, and remember complex instructions. Ability to follow directions, work with minimal supervision and exercise discretion and judgment regarding matter of significance. Benefits Blue Cross Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, short and long term disability, life insurance, generous