About this opportunity
JRM Construction Management lists this Senior Estimator opportunity in boca raton, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
JRM is one of the top General Contracting and Construction Management Firms with over a decade of trusted experience. Headquartered in New York City with offices in New Jersey, California, and Florida, JRM delivers the highest quality services to clients that include City, State & Federal Agencies, Fortune 500 corporations, respected property owners & developers, major law firms, media & tech firms, leading luxury retailers, renowned hospitality groups, life sciences & healthcare organizations, and financial services firms. JRM knows that dedicated, accomplished employees are the heart of any successful enterprise. We are focused on maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are always looking to add passionate personnel to our teams across the US.
Job Summary
A Senior Estimator serves as a vital function in the growth of a construction company. The Senior Estimator is responsible for accurately estimating the total costs associated with a project. They review subcontractor bids to choose the most cost-effective option. A challenging position that requires fine attention to detail. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to work well under pressure, especially when facing bid deadlines.
Responsibilities and Duties
Oversee the full lifecycle of project estimating, from preliminary concepts through completed bid packages
Prepare detailed conceptual budgets from pre-construction, concept design, schematic design, and design development documents
Perform detailed take-offs of all trades
Initiate and manage entire bid process (CM and GC) inclusive of preparation of detailed bid packages and assure accurate and proper submissions/proposals by all subcontractors
Accurately level all subcontractor bids
Negotiate and purchase all subcontractors including the issuance of purchase orders
Collaborate with engineers, architects, clients, and subcontractors
Interfacing with field team by communicating deliverable and procurement schedules
Interpret drawings and specifications to quantify scope and develop detailed projections for materials, labor, and overall project costs
Identify potential risks early and propose strategic, cost-efficient solutions to enhance overall project value
Contribute to client and internal meetings by presenting estimates and supporting value engineering discussions
Conduct site visits to assess existing conditions and capture scope elements not reflected in contract documents
Guide and support junior estimators while helping refine processes and elevate team performance
Qualifications and Skills
Four-year degree and 7-10 years minimum experience in budgeting/estimating ground-up residential, hospitality, mixed use, and large-scale renovation projects
Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Ability to work well under pressure of deadlines and meet them
Demonstrate proficiency in reading commercial construction plans and specifications
Knowledge of South Florida subcontractor base
Computer Systems
Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Procore (preferred but not required), and Timberline (preferred but not required)
On-Screen Takeoff (preferred but not required)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at JRM without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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Worksite address
boca raton, FL, 33481, US
Who can apply
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