Industrial Junior Estimator Jobs in Columbus OH \ CM

Columbus, OH 43220

Industry: CM - Construction Job Number: 1617

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION - CONSTRUCTION JUNIOR ESTIMATOR

What is needed in this role:

Bachelor Degree in Construction Management or similar
Minimum of two years' related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience
Thorough knowledge of construction cost, estimating and purchasing
Strong communication, both oral and written
Ability to work in a very fast-paced environment
Sharp analytical skills

Other responsibilities (Overview):

Preparing complete quantity take-offs, analysis, estimate, and studies for all items incorporated in the assigned scope.
Performing a constructability analysis through the identification of design and constructability issues.
Developing a value analysis by defining alternatives to the proposed scope that are more cost-efficient.
Serving as liaison with subcontractors, design team (architects, engineers, consultants) and client.
Preparing detailed estimate of entire scope of assigned trades, building system, and/or overall project cost.
Preparing and assembling bids and proposals for different contract types (Lump Sum, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), Cost Plus, etc.)
Analyzing existing site conditions and all contract documents (plans specifications, etc.) to determine any required scope that is not indicated.
Preparing scope requisitions for assigned trades; coordinating with fellow estimators to eliminate scope gaps and overlaps.
Working with Operations staff and fellow estimators to ensure that General Conditions and General Requirement items are properly addressed in the estimate.
Obtaining and evaluating subcontractor proposals relative to their scope of work. Determining if scope is covered and managing risk of scope gaps.
Making recommendations to the Chief Estimator and Client for contemplated expenditures.
Supervising Assistant Estimating Engineers, Estimating Assistants and/or Interns as assigned.

What can you expect?

If you are a Construction Estimator please apply now! Only local candidates will be considered for this role.