Construction Estimator

A return client of Accountants One, specializing in Commercial Construction has hired us to find a Commercial Construction Estimator to work closely with the consultants, contractors, accountants, and operations personnel to provide the most accurate and comprehensive financial and budget analysis for their projects.

Their duties will include:

• Analyzing requirement documents, blueprints and project plans to gain a thorough understanding of the project
• Determining what factors of production will influence the cost of a service or product
• Preparing material estimates and cost estimates for the product or service
• Creating labor estimates for any project
• Developing and maintaining relationships with company vendors and contractors
• Managing bids from vendors and contractors
• Using bid data to prepare detailed a cost analysis
• Presenting prepared estimates to management and other stakeholders
• Compiling and recording actual costs

Qualifications

• Construction Estimating and Quantity Take-offs skills
• Financial Analyzing, Cost Management and Budgeting skills
• 6-8 years of experience estimating for a general contractor on projects ranging from $1M to $50M.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication skills
• Experience in the construction industry
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Degree in Architectural, engineering or construction course work and/or degree preferred.