Project estimator - united states, carlsbad
full time position
carlsbad, ca
onsite not remote
an employee in this role develops and effectively communicates high-quality construction estimates to both the client and respective project teams. the estimator maintains an acute awareness of material and labor market trends, creates functional estimating templates, and advises the director of construction accordingly.
duties and responsibilities:
• analyze construction projects from multiple angles and study plans and specifications to prepare estimations for a variety of property development opportunities
• maintain and report quarterly cheat sheet trends
• set up and manage the electronic files associated with estimating; upload and manage the documents for each project during pre-construction
• manage the sov requests process, including reviewing the sovs with the respective clients while appropriately resolving any related issues
• acquire necessary information, estimate each project, and review the project estimates with the director of construction
• qualify the estimate and answer any questions from either the client or the director of construction
• identify economic opportunities, track trends, and assess how those economic trends may impact future estimates
• provide estimation related support and assistance to project managers and respective teams as needed
• leads, manages and mentors assistant estimator
education:
bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management and five years of construction industry experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skill, and abilities have been attained.
knowledge, skills and abilities:
• advanced estimating skills
• comprehensive knowledge of construction documents, drawings, specifications, costs, budgets, and current construction practices and methodology
• advanced technical plan reading and comprehension skills
• proficiency with microsoft office (word, excel, outlook, and project)
• extremely organized with ingrained ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• keen attention to detail with focused adherence to strict deadlines and procedures
• sound problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to exercise sound independent judgment
• high level of integrity and dependability, including handling sensitive and confidential information
• teamwork mindset and temperament to work effectively with a diverse group of people
• effective ability to communication clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• genuine desire to work in real estate development affordable housing industry
• personal accountability and enthusiasm for achieving company goals
equal opportunity employer/veterans/disabled
the company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records
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