Construction Estimator

Palladeo is a leader in the creation of innovative retail spaces. For more than 35 years, we've been an award-winning leader in the design, fabrication and construction of commercial spaces for some of the biggest names in retail. Our ability to provide "concept-to-keys" services puts us in a unique place in our industry. We're moving toward integrating sustainable design and are looking for candidates that can help us design innovative, sustainable retail spaces.

Our business continues to grow, and currently we're seeking Construction Estimators. 

Responsibilities: 

* Prepare estimate/proposals to include scope of work, general conditions, self perform takeoffs, sub contractor proposals for client. 
* Determine percentage of profit for each project and review with Senior Estimator or designee prior to issue. 
* Review proposal specifications and drawings. 
* Develop potential list of subcontractors and solicits estimates. 
* Determine subcontractors, create and issue subcontracts and purchase orders. 
* Manage bid compilation and participates in presentations. 
* Work with and perform value engineering activities with the design staff, as well as providing the leadership for defining the design deliverables and data necessary for producing an efficient and accurate cost estimate. Also responsible for establishing the cost management activities to control budget based on the bid estimate. 
* Create and maintain documentation for all estimating activities. 
* Clearly and timely communicate scopes of work to Project Managers for execution by preparing comprehensive estimate breakdowns for use by Project Manager and Project Administrator. 
* Participate in Divisional integration. 
* Scope job site visits with clients and subcontractors. 

Qualifications:

* Ability to accurately and competitively estimate using estimating tools, experience of industry and common sense. 
* Can read and understand blueprints, construction drawings and specifications. 
* Have a good knowledge of building, regulatory agency requirements and processes.
* Knowledge of labor productivity, time to complete, construction equipment requirements for various types of work, indirect and general conditions cost items. 
* Experience in producing estimates in a competitive environment, and assessing cost risks based on contract terms and conditions relative to a cost estimate. 
* Clear demonstration of initiative, commitment. 
* Ability to develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors and vendors. 
* Solution oriented thinking. 
* Excellent negotiating skills. 
* Must be proficient in Microsoft Office. 
* Must be proficient in math and spatial concepts. 
* Experience with implementation and utilizing estimating systems, and development of cost reports. 
* Must be proficient with Timberline. 

You'll find that our corporate culture fosters a sustainable work environment that's aligned with our mission to deliver leading-edge environmental design and retail strategy; custom décor, signage and fixture fabrication; and full-service construction for our clients that result in increased sales. Accordingly, you will be compensated based on experience, and offered an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, flexible spending account, vacation, sick pay, and tuition reimbursement. 

To Apply

If you've demonstrated your ability to thrive in a collaborative environment, and are looking for abundant opportunities to succeed, then email or fax your cover letter and resume with the position in subject line.

To view all Palladeo career opportunities go to www.palladeo.com/aboutus/careers.