Senior Estimator (MGM General Contracting - Ft. Lauderdale FL) (Fort Lauderdale, FL)

Senior Estimator (MGM General Contracting - Ft. Lauderdale FL)

The Senior Estimator will be working under the Director of Preconstruction and responsible for coordinating preconstruction services and preparing conceptual budgets and full cost estimates for public and private projects ranging in size from 1 Million - 50 Million.RESPONSIBILITIESInterface directly with clients architects engineers as required Perform preliminary site inspections Read and interpret plans and specifications Identify plan discrepancies and scheduling contingencies Identify opportunities for value engineering Define and develop scopes of work Develop and maintain bid list and relationships with local subcontractors Obtain bids from subcontractors Negotiate with subcontractors and vendors Assist with construction timelines and scheduling parameters Prepare accurate and comprehensive conceptual budgets and job cost proposals including GMP lump sum and design-build bids Prepare client bid packages TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGEKnowledge of current unit pricing Proficient in quantity take-offs and square foot estimating Professional verbal and written communication skills Thorough understanding of current building construction systems means and methods Familiarity with current local building codes Familiarity with construction safety requirements Familiarity with construction contracts construction law and bonding and insurance requirements PERSONAL ATTRIBUTESExhibits concern for client needs from start to finish Ability to nurture relationships that lead to repeat business Professional demeanor when interacting with clients professionals and subcontractors to positively represent the firm Interest and willingness to contribute to organizational structure and process development within the firm Thrives in a collaborative and cooperative team environment Enthusiastic personally motivated and hardworking Extremely well organized Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Task and detail oriented in performing necessary documentation Ability to prioritize and manage resources Ability to deliver results on time EDUCATION EXPERIENCEBachelor s degree in construction related field is preferred but not required Minimum of 5 years estimating experience working for a Commercial General Contractor Strong skills in MS Office Word Excel Outlook On-screen takeoff experience (strongly preferred) Job Type Full-timeRequired experience estimating commercial general contractor 5 years On-screen Takeoff 1 year Please include Full NameEmail addressPhone numberResume in PDF