Undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management or related degree preferred but not required
3+ years of related experience preferably as a commercial construction estimator
Passionate about profession, dedicated to winning work and willing to take pride and ownership of work product
Field experience is desirable
Demonstrate the ability to either lead or be a part of a team for multiple projects and pursuits
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task
Must be detail oriented, technically sound and have good communication skills
Familiar with both conceptual and self-perform estimating
Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships, Builds People / Teams & Followership, Sets Direction & Executes
The work environment and requirements described below are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.
A Drug Free Workplace: Clark promotes a drug free workplace. A pre-employment drug "fitness for duty" screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly drug "fitness for duty" tests.
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Additional Information
The Estimator helps grow Clark's capabilities on both design-bid-build and design-build projects. This key member of our team will passionately help promote the development of creative, innovative solutions to construction challenges and enjoy the acquisition of winning profitable work. Responsibilities
Maintain high standards of professionalism and ethical behavior when representing the Company
Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimate for projects
Perform portions of estimates for multi-discipline projects including scope determinations and accurate quantity survey
Solicit Subcontractor and/or Vendor quotes and evaluate them for scope and
Lead meetings with Subcontractors to develop complete scopes and discuss strategy
Perform risk and contract management responsibilities as required on bids
Assist in developing a strategy to achieve minority participation requirements
Review total estimate to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to formal quotation
Monitor comparison of estimated costs to actual costs
Preparing responses to Request for Qualifications (RFQ's) and Request for Proposals (RFP's).
Research and promote continuous improvement in developing more efficient estimating methods
Examine construction sites and observe unusual or challenging conditions
Clark · Mclean, VA