Estimator I

Estimator I

The Estimator I is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for student housing projects. This position requires strong analytical skills, a good understanding of construction processes, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Reports to : Vice President - Preconstruction

Duties and Responsibilities : The following duties and responsibility are an outline and should not be considered an all-inclusive list. As the needs of the department change, your duties may be modified as needed.

• Assist in the preparation of detailed cost estimates for student housing projects, including materials, labor, and equipment.
• Perform quantity take-offs from architectural, structural, and MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) drawings.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of cost databases.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and subcontractors to gather necessary information for accurate cost estimation.
• Participate in bid proposal preparations and submissions.
• Analyze and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain and update project documentation, including drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Support the preconstruction team in identifying value engineering options and cost-saving opportunities.
• Assist in the preparation of preliminary construction schedules.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and requirements.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, construction methods, and market conditions.
• Maintain a "lessons learned" list for continuous improvement of the estimating process.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1-2 years of experience in construction estimating or a related field. Superior communication skills

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong understanding of construction processes, materials, and methods.
• Proficiency in estimating software and tools.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented and proactive in identifying and addressing project needs.

• Familiarity with BIM (Building Information Modeling) software.
• Experience with student housing projects.
• Knowledge of local building codes and regulations.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee may infrequently drive a vehicle (intrastate and interstate travel) or be subject to air