The Estimator coordinates project budgeting, including preparing quantity surveys, obtaining subcontractor pricing, reviewing historical cost data, and ensuring compliance with the scope of work, as well as offering construction feasibility and value engineering counsel. The Estimator must deliver accurate and timely estimates for preconstruction, hard bids, negotiated bids, value engineering, general conditions, and systems studies and comparisons. Communication with trade partners, maintenance of up-to-date records of bids, and managing the prequalification process for the hiring of trade partners are critical aspects of this role at Butler-Cohen.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Unit Cost Pricing Prepare detailed material and labor take-offs and estimates. Solicit material prices from suppliers Verify unit/system prices with subcontractor and/or previous estimates Understand the influence of market conditions on pricing

Subcontractor Solicitation & Selection: Prepare Bid Invitations Prepare subcontractor bid packages. Follow up with subcontractors regarding bidding. Create scope bid packages for the subs.

Subcontractor Relationships & Feedback: Prepare RFI's.

Hard Bid and Design Build Estimating: Procure drawings and specifications Track all correspondence & documents. Confirm the completeness of the contract document package. Upload documents in BuildingConnected. Create a complete Control Estimate Attend site visits Confirm local building permit rates Call the architect the day before the bid and confirm that all addenda and supplemental information have been received

Turnover Meetings: Manage the Turnover Meeting package

Bid Day Activities: Develop a "Plug" number for your trade using the most up-to-date information available, the night before the bid Complete the scope of work/pricing spreadsheets Follow up with subcontractors for any missing information Review all pricing and subcontractor information

Post Bid Activities: Attend any review meetings. Review the estimate and discuss strategy with the team to identify any gaps, value management opportunities, or potential profit areas.

General Reviews schedule and constructability issues with the project operations staff Ensures all data placed in the historical database is accurate Prepare project clarifications and bid assumptions. Prepares and presents budget presentations. Builds effective relationships with customers, the design team, and vendors.

JOB REQUIREMENTS Education/Experience Required: Degree in Business or Construction Management, or equivalent work experience 3+ years of experience in estimating Training in industry standards and procedures Skills/Abilities Required: Proven experience as a commercial construction estimator Basic understanding of accounting and project management concepts Deep knowledge of research methodology, data analysis, and estimation metrics Comfortable with numbers and technology Excellent knowledge of software like Timberline, Bluebeam, or HCSS HeavyBid Excellent attention to detail Excellent communication and negotiation abilities Well-organized and reliable

Butler-Cohen does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Any resumes submitted without a prior written agreement will be considered the property of Butler-Cohen, and no fees will be paid if the candidate is hired.