Construction Estimator

Robert Half is currently hiring for an experienced Construction Estimator Manager to join a growing client in the Wilmington, NC area. This role can be remote and will be responsible for managing project costs, preparing and presenting estimates, managing and tracking multiple preconstruction projects and cost-reduction options. The person in this role will also be a key liaison with contractors, engineers, architects, and stakeholders, ensuring accurate and comprehensive estimate creation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review pricing of estimates with the proper level of detail, including labor, material, and subcontract items. Communicates any proposed changes accordingly.
• Research and review construction and design documents and analyze specifications to determine estimated costs
• Critically analyze bid documents and understand risk and opportunities
• Collect historical cost data to estimate costs
• Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids.
• Collaborate with contractors, engineers, and architects during estimate creation in order to ensure overall accuracy and conformity to fulfill all provisions of contract requirements.
• Manage and track multiple preconstruction projects at once
• Develop cost estimates for change orders and present to management
• Recommend and incorporate cost-reduction options for more competitive bids

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 5 years of estimator/industry experience in industrial and/or commercial and/or heavy civil construction projects
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
• Proficient in MS Office Suite with advanced knowledge of Excel
• Ability to read, understand and organize construction plans and specifications
• Ability to breakdown construction operations into a logical sequence of activities