Commercial Construction Estimator
Apply NowCompany: Synectics Inc.
Location: Garden City, NY 11530
Description:
Responsibilities :
- Retrieve scanned plans and set up bid folders on the estimating server.
- Document weekly meeting minutes, including new plans, bid dates, and status updates.
- Complete the Estimating Checklist for each project.
- Maintain and update the bid board to track active bids.
- Review project requirements and landlord preferences, including subcontractor specifications.
- Collaborate with the Assistant Estimator to ensure accurate subcontractor bidding.
- Issue bid invitations to subcontractors within 24-48 hours of receiving the bid package.
- Coordinate site visit schedules during the bidding process.
- Verify project timelines (start/end dates) are included in the bid.
- Identify trades requiring subcontractor pricing and perform trade take-offs.
- Conduct unit cost calculations to ensure pricing aligns with the project scope and budget.
- Thoroughly review bid documents and plans to fully understand project scope.
- Generate RFIs and collaborate with clients and architects as needed.
- Develop Value Engineering (V.E.) options for cost savings and share with the client.
- Prepare detailed estimates based on the client's bid form and separate budget.
- Submit completed estimates to clients by the bid due date.
- Create scope sheets to qualify and assess subcontractors.
- Upon award, meet with the Project Manager to review project scope, buyouts, and budget.
- Take notes during weekly meetings to track estimating-related actions.
- Review calendar and ensure all bid submission deadlines are met.
- Work with subcontractors to identify and evaluate V.E. options for inclusion in the bid.
- Request and assess subcontractor labor rates and unit costs for accurate pricing.
- MINIMUM OF 7 YEARS ESTIMATING EXPERIENCE is must!