At C&S Companies, we believe work environment, culture, and the opportunity to learn and grow are key elements when considering a new job. We are just the right size to provide the resources and support you need without the burdensome bureaucracy of a large corporate environment. To that end, we foster a family-friendly and supportive workplace; collaborative and employee-focused with an emphasis on quality, integrity, trust, fun, and accountability.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are a top priority at C&S. We promote personal and professional growth by cultivating and sustaining a safe, inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels a sense of belonging. By encouraging employees to bring their whole selves to work, we create a diverse and equitable environment whereall our voices are heard.
Position Overview
Our San Diego Construction business continues to grow and expand in multiple markets. We are excited to build on our current muscle and add depth to our strong, diverse and experienced team. C&S San Diego is seeking a construction estimator with a minimum of 5 years total related experience of which 3 years must be in commercial development (tenant improvement and or ground up), education (k-12 or higher ed) and or mixed-use/affordable housing construction. Preconstruction in a design build role is also preferred, but not a requirement. Our Estimators work large, comprehensive private, public and negotiated commercial projects within our core markets, and are responsible for the planning and executing estimating activities on a project level basis. This individual must possess strong people skills and will act as a liaison to the subcontractor community.
As an experienced construction estimator, you will handle projects from first estimate all the way through subcontracts being formalized. You should possess the ability to look beyond the basic information and to ask the right questions in order to complete a project cost evaluation.
You should be a collaborative and passionate advocate for our customers, empowering and informing them throughout the project. We encourage you to provide innovative solutions to complex issues as they arise related to cost, lead-times, trade partners, and/or specified products or materials. Throughout this process, you will utilize your ability to make reliable predictions as it relates to cost across all scopes of work.
Position Responsibilities
- Handle complex, integrated projects from the first estimate through contract award.
- Prepare and organize project RFP’s.
- Receive and manage incoming RFI’s and subcontractor requests.
- Prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade specific clarifications and comprehensive bid packages.
- Prepare a complete and accurate GC bid tab, compiling general conditions, trade proposals and applicable general construction self-perform work.
- Make subcontractor award recommendations to the PM/Owner, assist with negotiating subcontracts with trade partners.
- Prepare and organize all post bid submissions.
- Prepare preliminary project schedules.
- Knowledge and understanding of how to lead and promote subcontractor diversity, and review all specific MWBE & SDVOB good faith efforts.
- Make reliable predictions as it relates to cost and be comfortable estimating across all scopes of work.
- Preparing detailed conceptual cost estimates and conceptual cost studies from schematic or feasibility level documentation, through several design phases.
- Assemble a complete presentation-worthy estimate package that clearly communicates project cost.
- Participate in and/or lead the preparation and presentation of cost/budget information to Clients.
- Engage and develop business with new and existing customers.
Qualifications
- Thorough understanding of building systems, construction methods, and industry trends.
- 5+ years of experience as a commercial construction estimator.
- You must have experience preparing detailed conceptual cost estimates and conceptual cost studies from schematic or feasibility level documentation.
- A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.
- Flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines.
- Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
- Excellent listening skills and strong communication skills.
- Well versed with negotiations.
- Create innovative approaches and solutions on a project-by-project basis.
- Ability to identify, adapt to, and resolve complex issues.
- Able to work autonomously and able to make decisions on the fly.
- Must have knowledge and understanding of unit costs and the factors that drive construction cost.
Skills/Education/Experience
- Effective participation in a team environment, internally and externally
- Effective time management
- Presentation skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Working knowledge of WinEst, Timberline, On-Screen Takeoff, Revit, Procore, Microsoft Project, Primavera, OR similar Preconstruction Software
- Bachelor’s degree a plus but not required
Estimated Compensation Range: $85,000 – 105,000/year*
*Actual compensation may vary based on related work experience, geographical location and market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.
WHO WE ARE: C&S Companies is a national planning, design, and construction firm with more than 500 employees and growing. For more than 50 years we have been delivering critical infrastructure design, planning and construction services in aviation, civil/site infrastructure, construction and program management, construction/design-build, energy, environmental, facilities, architecture, planning, sustainability, and transportation. We have offices throughout New York State, California, Florida, Michigan, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Washington, and Kentucky.
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)