Construction cost estimator - united states, nashville

our client is looking for a construction cost estimator to join their team in nashville, tn.

the construction cost estimator will provide estimates and determine the cost, time, materials, labor, and equipment required for large-scale construction projects. they will perform cost analyses and work with clients and partners to procure vendors and subcontractors to ensure that resources are managed, and deadlines are met.

 

responsibilities include are not limited to:

providing accurate and concise estimates on cost, time, materials, labor, and equipment that are tailored to fit the client’s needs.

performing pricing research, developing unit prices, assessing market trends, and responding to global project variables, including the availability of materials, equipment, and labor.

conducting, cataloging, and sharing quantity takeoff, documenting project assumptions, and issuing project reports.

assisting in maintaining cost and assembly databases, ensuring consistency, keeping data up-to-date, and maintaining accessibility for staff across the company.

producing quality deliverables working with both levels of detailed design and planning-level or rom-level documents.

training and mentoring others on technical and non-technical topics, sharing knowledge through the company.

leading and managing an internal team to achieve project goals on projects, including on-time delivery of deliverables, producing reports which meet company core values and high standards of quality, utilizing and training other staff, communicating project changes or challenges to the company, and bringing the project in on budget.

maintaining or assisting in maintaining client relationships and assist in maintaining client relationships through regular client interface, both on projects and through interaction not related to projects.

assisting in keeping report templates accurate and provide input on how they are stored and accessed by staff.

 

qualifications:

bachelor's degree in civil or architectural engineering, construction management, or an equivalent degree.

5+ years of experience as an estimator in the construction field and varied market segments.

proven track record of managing, leading, and creating estimates on projects, including: responsibility for timeliness of deliverables, management of budget, integrating estimate elements from multiple divisions, and professionally communicating with clients.

proficiency in basic office software including adobe, excel, word, outlook, and powerpoint.

familiarity with estimating software programs such as on-screen takeoff, timberline, mii, or success.

proficiency in estimating across multiple formats, including familiarity with csi masterformat, csi uniformat, and knowledge of common terms in estimating.

ability to interpret architectural, civil, and engineering drawings and specifications (both at high levels of design and at the planning stage), quantity takeoffs and models, and architectural and engineering reports. ability to transmit this information to others.

certification, including ccp, cpe, rics, cep, or pe.

experience in the aviation market is preferred but not required.

 

our client offers:

a strong base salary in the $120k range + benefits

career advancement opportunities

work/life balance

equal opportunity employer/veterans/disabled



the company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records

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