Job Description

Application Instructions

Are you a driven and experienced Construction Estimator seeking an exciting opportunity to join a growing team? Auld & White Constructors is actively seeking a skilled and dynamic senior-level Estimator to join our thriving team and play a pivotal role in shaping our success.

Why Join Auld & White Constructors?

• Great earning potential and competitive benefits
  
• No travel outside of the Northeast Florida area
  
• A close-knit, knowledgeable and supportive team of experts
  
• On-going training and opportunities for career advancement
  
• We’re one of Jacksonville’s “ Best Places to Work ” (Jacksonville Business Journal, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 & 2023)

Position Description

• Start the bid process by reviewing the bid documents for alternates, allowances, and bid items in order to forward information to the appropriate Subcontractors and Vendors during the bid period.
• Visit the site during the bid period to determine special site conditions, availability of temporary utilities, local charges including trash removal, tree protection, site access, etc.
• Review soil boring and confirm report with visual inspection of site.
• Determine governmental assessment fees: permit fees, meter charges, tap fees, impact fee, water use charts, etc.
• Submit the necessary information for the ordering of bid bonds (project budget, size, duration, liquidated damages, payment and performance bond requirements).
• Responsible for determining the project duration, general conditions and builders risk required for each estimate.
• Responsible for quantity surveys or takeoffs and material pricing for the estimate.
• Responsible for labor cost analysis using the standard company production rates with modifications as may be required. Assist with reviewing and updating company production rates and formulas based on historical data.
• Develop a list of questions for Architect or Owner’s clarifications during the review of bid documents. Review the addendum issued during bid period, and forward pertinent information to affected Vendors and Subcontractors.
• Review the bid documents for any MBE Requirements and solicit the appropriate subcontractors as required, along with maintaining our MBE list with the various agencies as required.
  
• Track Subcontractor solicitation and participation. Monitor the Bid-Room on company’s website to ensure the Estimating Assistant keeps the information current.
• Create project specific scope sheets for various trades as required by the complexity/size of the estimate.
• Prepare proposal clarifications for review and editing during the bidding process.
  
• Assist in maintaining master subcontract and vendor list and oversee Vendor and Subcontractor solicitations and contacts during the bid process. Match appropriately sized subcontractors to the specific bid project.
• Research new Subcontractors/Vendors within the market.
• Participate in hand-off meeting with Operations Manager, PM, and Superintendent

Position Requirements

• The employee must possess a four (4) year college degree in Civil Engineering, Building Construction Management or other related field.
• Proven experience as a Senior Estimator in the construction industry, with commercial project sizes of over $15 million
• Strong knowledge of construction estimating principles, techniques, and practices
• Proficiency in using construction estimating software (such as On-Screen Takeoff) and other relevant tools (e.g., Bluebeam)
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while managing varied deadlines
• Excellent analytical and mathematical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to read and interpret project plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of cost control methods and practices
• Familiarity with project management principles
• Ability to negotiate pricing with suppliers and subcontractors

Equal Opportunity Employer

Auld & White Constructors is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Auld & White does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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