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GC Construction Estimator
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Austin General Contracting, Inc
Las Vegas, NV (In Person)
$75,000 Salary, Full-Time
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GC Construction Estimator Looking for an experienced Commercial GC Construction Estimator to join our team. Viable candidates must have extensive experience with a wide range of projects and working knowledge of the full span of construction scopes. The Estimator will be responsible for preparing complete and accurate budgets/estimates/bids for both competitive and negotiated GMP and LS projects, and demonstrate expertise throughout all design phases (Concept, SD, DD, CD). Skills required for Success
- Conceptual and detailed estimating expertise.
- Strong knowledge of construction pricing and historic cost trends.
- Ability to perform and organize quantity takeoffs by discipline.
- Proficiency in framing, drywall, structural and civil estimating at
SD/DD/CD
levels.- Skilled in subcontractor scope review and contract negotiation.
- Capable of producing accurate meeting notes and documentation.
- Comfortable with maintaining client relations and presentation preparation. Core Responsibilities
- Thoroughly review all project documentation to understand scope and requirements.
- Perform detailed site visits as necessary to develop accurate estimates.
- Analyze collected data and metrics to inform project cost forecasting.
- Prepare accurate budgets, schedules, and forecasts for all project phases.
- Conduct comprehensive risk analyses and document scope inclusions/exclusions.
- Evaluate subcontractor bids to identify and resolve scope gaps.
- Prepare complete quantity takeoffs and bid leveling reports.
- Select, measure, and track key project metrics.
- Maintain and strengthen relationships with key vendors and subcontractors.
- Supervise estimating support staff as required and lead major estimating efforts.
- Develop accurate estimate reports with clear inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications.
- Ensure compliance with company estimating standards and process control measures. Qualification Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of experience as a Commercial Construction Estimator (Las Vegas market preferred).
- In-depth knowledge of estimating, project management, and field construction practices.
- Ability to price design-build, design-bid, GMP, and lump-sum projects.
- Strong self-perform estimating experience in framing, drywall, ACT, and painting trades.
- Excellent time management with the ability to manage multiple concurrent estimates.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (oral and written).
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or equivalent experience preferred.
- Comprehensive understanding of plans, specs, and blueprints.
- Detail-oriented and organized with excellent follow-through and documentation habits.
- Demonstrated leadership ability and goal-oriented mindset. Software Proficiency
- MS Office Suite
- Procore
- Bluebeam
- OST
- Sage
- P6 (Primavera)
- MS Project
- Autodesk Build
- Building Connected