Analyze and interpret project information in the assembly of budgets, bids, and proposals.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Prepares estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope work.
• Maintains trust with internal clients, vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Maintain skills for software tools and technology utilized in position and within department.
• Assist with cost control set up and develop a cost control log.
• Create comparison reports.
• Assist with making phone calls, securing bids, and run copies of proposals and documents as needed.
• Requests quotations, organizes, reviews, and logs quotes received.
• Maintains files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including accurate and current information on prices from suppliers.
• Attend design meetings, take notes, and report back to the team.
• Assist in developing detailed scope clarification sheets to help internal and external clients understand the estimate in full detail.
• Develops preliminary project schedules to aid in the estimating process.
• Follows the preconstruction process in place every time.
• Competency in the take-off and estimating tools that are used.
• CGS Ambassador, by engaging in CGS committees, events, etc.
• Communicate and reinforce the Company vision, values, and goals.
• Support other department personnel as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• Advanced math, computer, and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of assigned discipline, estimating techniques, and cost controls.
• Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems.
• Ability to conceptualize the project schedule from start to finish, including sequence/phasing of work.
• Strong team player and communicator.
• Construction field experience a plus but not required.