Estimator

KBE Building Corporation: Relationships Are Everything! Join our team today!! KBE’s relationship focus means that you can count on us to do the right thing at all times and work in the best interests of your project. We will be proactive and open in all of our communications and interactions with all members of your project team. Our clients, design partners, and trade contractors say they trust KBE to do the right thing — because we build relationships first, buildings second.Read on to see if this is the place for you!!We are currently hiring for an Estimator.At KBE, we expect the best — and reward it — with excellent compensation and benefits, challenging work, opportunities to learn and grow, and the chance to give back to our communities.Work Life Balance:Flexible Work HoursPaid Paternal/Maternal LeaveVacation, sick, and personal timePaid HolidaysFloating HolidaysHealth and Wellness:Medical and Dental Insurance (Premium cost sharing between the company and employee)Health Incentive Insurance Discount Employee assistance programVision Care (100% company paid)Corporate Culture:Annual Company Meetings, Company Fun Events, & holiday partiesQuarterly Employee Photo Contests -with prizes!Company swag! Mugs, Clothing, Backpacks, and moreDress code: Business Casual and Philanthropy Fridays (Jeans)Employee Work Anniversary RecognitionCorporate Commitment to Philanthropy –https://kbefoundation.org/ and company-sponsored charitable events KBEYOU- Focusing on our company growth with career development and trainingCompensation:Competitive SalariesEmployee Referral BonusesCorporate Contributions toward Monthly Student Loan RepaymentReimbursement for select gym and fitness membershipsTuition Reimbursementfor Work-Related EducationCompany Paid Life InsuranceStructured Bonus ProgramHow is this starting to sound!? Are you the next KBE employee!? Apply today!Position Summary:Working directly with the Estimating/Pre-Con Director, the Estimator II will gather, calculate, and compile data for use in conceptual/bid proposal estimates, prepare routine estimates under general supervision. Maintain current, accurate information on prices from suppliers and contractors through direct contact and written materials, sales brochures, price lists, etc.Key Responsibilities and Essential FunctionsReview proposal specifications and drawings; review project documents and prepare bond request forms on a timely basis;Participate in and/or attends pre-bid meetings, bid strategy meetings, and presentations as required to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate and develop a potential list of subcontractors. Solicit subcontractors to obtain estimates for divisions 2-16Participate in pre-bid meetingsAnalyze project scope of workUtilize master subcontractor list, bid software, trade books, phone books and recommendations on prior jobs to develop a list of subcontractorsDirect and utilize support staff, if available, to assist Senior Estimator in these dutiesGather, calculate and compile data (unit costs, subcontractor quotes) for use in conceptual and bid proposal estimates.Compile subcontractor solicitation list with assistance of Senior Estimator or Estimating Director;Work with Assistant Estimators to solicit subcontractor interest through telephone calls, faxes, etc.Prepare estimates under general supervision.Review and critique quantity take-offs prepared by Assistant Estimators or prepare quantity take-offs and reviews with Senior or Estimating Director;Price the above if assigned.Maintain current, accurate information on prices.Obtain prices from suppliers and subcontractors through direct contact and written materials, sales brochures, price lists, etc.;Report special pricing to Estimating Director for compilation into database, when appropriate.Prepare bid packages, conceptual estimates, analysis of subcontractor bids, etc. for projects of medium size and/or complexity as assigned.Compile estimates and subcontractor quotes to arrive at a total estimated cost;Review above with Estimating Director and/or Senior Management.Interface with owner, architect, engineers and subcontractors to provide engineering and cost data regarding project feasibility.Prepare RFIs as necessary to gain clarification for resolution of questions or ambiguities in contract documents;Distribute; addenda, etc. to appropriate parties.Write exhibits identifying exclusions and qualifications custom tailored for each project.Prepare comprehensive, accurate exhibits outlining KBE responsibilities and owner or tenant responsibilities.Become proficient using new technology, systems and software acquired by the CompanyParticipate in trainingAssist in training staffConsistently utilize formats and systems that are mandated by Senior ManagementEducation, Experience, & Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.BS/BA in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or Engineering and/or 5-10 years of construction estimating experience.Proven skills in: Spatial concepts/ MathProficient with MS Office Suite (particularly Excel and Microsoft Word)Experience with Estimating Software such as Timberline, On-screen take-off, IsqFtKBE Building Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected Veteran statusKBE is a VEVRAA Compliant Federal Contractor.