CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR & PROJECT COORDINATOR

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective

The construction estimator is responsible for developing cost estimates on new and remodeling projects under direct supervision for construction as required by clients’ documents. The project coordinator will work with the project managers to schedule subcontractors, order materials, and ensure that the project is completed as contracted.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Reviews construction documents and understands scope of work to bid.
• Meets with clients as needed to understand specific project requirements.
• Execute take-offs of construction documents.
• Inputs take-offs into a computer spreadsheet.
• Obtains pricing for materials.
• Obtains bids from subcontractors.
• Prepares cost analysis in computer by summarizing material, labor, equipment, subcontractor and overhead costs incurred in the installation of items.
• Where predetermined standard(s) are not available, makes an estimate.
• Informs the immediate supervisor of any observed inaccuracies or omissions in quoted items or computer database.
• Develops and maintains resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, government requirements, etc.
• Work with project managers and owner(s) to plan, organize and direct activities concerned with construction projects.
• Monitor and control project through administrative direction of on-site crew leaders and carpenters to ensure project is completed on schedule and within budget.
• Work with contract administrator to manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with the customer.
• May requisition supplies and materials to complete project.
• Formulate reports concerning such areas as work progress, costs and scheduling.
• Works with project manager to assign workers to construction sites to work on specified projects.

Competencies

1. Collaboration Skills.
2. Strong Mathematics and Database Skills.
3. Communication Proficiency.
4. Ethical Conduct.
5. Thoroughness/Attention to Detail
6. Time Management.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel

No overnight travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience

Associates or bachelors degree in business, construction management, or other relevant combination of education and experience.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Super Awesome Staff 😉 (and perks)

Compensation

$50,000 - $75,000 based on experience.

*Please send all resumes to social@vandermeulenbuilders.com