Estimator II

Overview: GILBANE has an opportunity for an Estimator II to support our office in Boston, MA . Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth opportunity? Estimators at Gilbane are heavily involved in generating estimating deliverables required on projects. We are seeking an Estimator II that will work closely with the Special Projects team deliver services and will have the opportunity to assist with multiple projects at once. This person will also assist with estimates for our National Accounts. This role will sit primarily in the office, but may travel to the project job sites meeting with the project teams and subcontractors. Who are we? As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more! We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Who are you? You are someone who acts inclusively, showing empathy and treating others with respect and dignity in order to uphold Gilbanes core value of Caring and People First workplace culture. You seek to listen in order to understand and can convey information clearly. Youre a strong problem solver who can identify, prioritize, and implement alternatives for solutions, and you demonstrate adaptability by collaborating with others and supporting team members to achieve excellence. A self-starter who shows passion, commitment, and ownership all while delivering on business outcomes and driving results. Youre someone who identifies opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value-add solutions. Your core values match Gilbanes: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship. Whats in it for you? Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through several resources for those that are early in their career. Our award-winning Learning & Development department, Gilbane University, offers a variety of in-person and webinar-based trainings to help you excel in your career. While managing your responsibilities, you will gain exposure to Preconstruction efforts, Project Engineering, and Project Management. In addition, you will work under the direction of experienced Sr. Estimators and the Chief Estimator which provides you with opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. Responsibilities: As an Estimator II you will: Produce quantitative surveys and accurate pricing for a project from its early inception through an acceptable working budget, GMP, or Lump Sum Price Coordinate project documents for the GMP and Lump Sum Bid project delivery methods Lead detailed reviews of civil, architectural and structural subcontractors scope before award of project contracts Obtain and present unit pricing data Responsible for outlining clarifications and qualifications within an estimate Provide back up for estimates to be used during analysis and review Secure and contact sources for cost estimates for all specialty items Identify indirect costs and General Condition items within estimate Possess and apply knowledge of unit prices and the material/labor component Establish and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive pricing Produce manpower estimates to coincide with construction estimate Compile complete estimate/bid package breakdown based on input from others Establish estimating protocols for specific types of documentation Includes managing pre-bid and post-bid process for all trade contractors Creates bid documents; identify and pre-qualify ample database of bidders and generate bidder interest on a project by project basis Qualifications: EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION BS or MS degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or Finance 3-5 years of relevant experience Or equivalent combination of education and experience KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Use of Destiny soft ware, On Screen take-off and sitework soft ware tools for take-offs Familiar with market pricing and trends Basic understanding of Conceptual esti mati ng Proficient in public speaking and ability to lead largemeetings with confidence Basic understanding of construction law, contract and risk management Basic understanding of insurance Strong computer skills with proficiency in Word, Excel,Outlook Ability to read construction drawings and understand specifications Ability to prepare and interpret specifications, analyze bids,and prepare and maintain procurement records and reports Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For Boston, MA this ranges from $90,000.00 - $123,800.00 plus benefits and retirement program. Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test. Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations : Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.

Created: 2024-10-19