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Lead Estimator
Willow Street, PAPurpose: Leads and manages the preparation of estimates GMP’s for preconstruction and competitive bids on building projects ranging in size from $500,000 - $100,000,000. Also responsible for assisting Preconstruction and Project Managers in developing trade scopes of work. Ensures that estimates and GMP’s are completely accurate and backed by cash data and subcontractor/supplier pricing. Work with architects, subcontractors, suppliers, owners, and internal staff to deliver results that exceed client expectations, help build long-term relationships and meet company profit goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Skills and Qualifications:
About CCS: CCS designs, builds, and manages the creation of intentional, vibrant environments that enable people to make memories and form meaningful relationships - whether at work, play, or in everyday living. Our vision is to impact our community in a positive way, by delighting our clients with a personalized process and an exceptional product that helps their goals become a reality. Learn more at CCSbuilds.com.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop preliminary budgets for projects using industry experience, historical data, and collaboration with subcontractors and vendors.
- Prepare construction schedule for estimating purposes, resolve staffing requirements, and plan logistics with the project manager.
- Collaborate with preconstruction teams to develop project designs, scopes of work, and critical planning documents.
- Prepare, negotiate, and finalize project and subcontract agreements, ensuring alignment with risk management, fee, and pricing objectives.
- Assist in the procurement and management of design consultants for design/build projects
- Develop and present detailed take-offs and accurate estimates.
- Analyze drawings, specifications, and construction documents to identify and mitigate risks while ensuring completeness of information.
- Prepare general conditions estimate and review with Operations Manager.
- Prepare preliminary, schematic, design development and construction estimates and participate in the value engineering process.
- Support Business Development in proposal presentation and aid in building client and industry relationships.
- Manage prequalification of subcontractors and assist the project manager in evaluating subcontractor proposals in preparation of subcontracts.
- Maintain current estimating records and unit pricing.
- Review design documents for completion, provide comments and request for more information to analyze, develop, and update database.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Commitment to the core values of Bring Your Very Best, Uplift Others, Initiate Solutions, Look Ahead, and Do the Right Thing.
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a similar field.
- 7 years of related experience.
- Demonstrate an imaginative, innovative and succinct approach to a project.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, as well as job costing software (experience with Viewpoint Vista, Bluebeam, Planswift, Smartbid, and other estimating software is a plus).
- Health & dental insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Tuition reimbursement and training opportunities
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Complimentary gym membership
- Employee referral bonus program
- Company charitable giving match
- Team-building and family events
About CCS: CCS designs, builds, and manages the creation of intentional, vibrant environments that enable people to make memories and form meaningful relationships - whether at work, play, or in everyday living. Our vision is to impact our community in a positive way, by delighting our clients with a personalized process and an exceptional product that helps their goals become a reality. Learn more at CCSbuilds.com.