Estimator in Nashville

Job Description

We are working with a highly reputable company seeking a highly skilled Estimator to their team. The Estimator is responsible for providing cost estimates and budgets for commercial demolition and abatement of commercial buildings. This includes analyzing design drawings, general contractor proposals, and requirements, as well as physically visiting sites to confirm existing conditions. The role also encompasses earthwork/horizontal construction projects such as site development, land development, grading, and underground utilities. Additionally, the Estimator will conduct pre-bid meetings, determine the scope of work, and respond to requests for proposals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide accurate cost estimates and budgets for commercial demolition and abatement projects.
• Analyze design drawings and contractor proposals.
• Conduct site visits to confirm existing conditions.
• Manage earthwork/horizontal construction projects, including site development, land development, grading, and underground utilities.
• Conduct and lead pre-bid meetings.
• Determine the scope of work and respond to requests for proposals.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of construction management experience, with at least 3 years as a construction estimator, specifically in abatement, demolition, and/or earthworks (horizontal construction).
• Outstanding takeoff abilities.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding contractual plans, specifications, and blueprints, including AIA contracts.
• Ability to read and interpret Civil Design Disciplines, including grading, paving, and infrastructure (wet and dry utilities).
• Comprehensive understanding of the demolition scope of work, including interior demo, hard demo, saw cutting, and concrete coring.
• Ability to incorporate project specifications, scope limits, and constraints into pricing.

Technical Proficiency:

• MS Office Suite
• Sage Timberline Estimating Software
• AGTEK
• BlueBeam Construction Software

Skills and Attributes:

• Ability to handle a high volume of work and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent follow-up skills.
• Knowledge of basic regulatory requirements and budgetary knowledge.
• Excellent presentation, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Professional decorum and business maturity.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and organizational and time management skills.

If you meet these qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and qualifications.

If you are a dedicated and experienced construction professional looking to take on a challenging and rewarding project, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume outlining their qualifications and relevant experience to elliott.heller@gogpac.com. Please include “Commercial Framing Project Manager/Estimator” in the subject line of your email.

Apply now for the next step in your Project Manager Career!

Please send your resume and project list description to elliott.heller@gogpac.com    605-800-4279

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.