Job Description

We have a client searching for a commercial construction estimator to bid and project project costs.

Duties :

• Preparing estimates of the cost of materials, labour and equipment for a construction project
• Understanding and reading schemes in order to make estimates of the cost of the project
• Establishing and maintaining the tendering(bidding) process
• Setting up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures
• Maintaining a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors
• Working with engineers, architects, owners, and contractors on feasibility studies and making adjustments to the cost when needed
• Managing and coordinating construction projects and preparing construction progress schedules

Requirements:

• Experience in estimating commercial construction projects.
• Able to read, understand and follow required construction documents.
• Proficient in construction estimating software (BlueBeam, Primavera Scheduling. MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project)
• Excellent written and verbal skills & strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Able to work with external clients using strong commercial awareness.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Strong leadership attributes.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, coworkers, and vendors.
• Familiarity with cost control methods and financial & project management principles.
• In depth knowledge of research and data analysis methods and estimation metrics
• Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities.

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