Estimator (FF&E & Construction)

Innspace is an international hospitality general contractor with over 25 years of experience, offering in-house design and procurement capabilities. We collaborate with brokers and developers, providing upfront preconstruction and property due diligence to assess PIP renovation costs and establish deal feasibility and ROI. Our mission is to provide cost and schedule assurance, ensuring seamless project execution for our clients.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with 3% company contribution
• Responsible paid time off
• 13 paid holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• Employee Profit Share Program (non-traditional)

The position of Estimator reports to the Senior Associate, Estimating and acts as the key role in managing the scope of work, cost control, and schedule control throughout the early phases of the Innspace process.

Work Hours: 8am-5pm

Work Days: Monday - Friday

Location: In Office

Responsibilities:

• Analyze Property Improvement Plan (PIP) documents, drawings and other project documents to gain a thorough understanding of the scope of work
• Deliver accurate PIP & Renovations Budgets
• Create and manage the Project Model and associated reports
• Perform quantity take-offs on drawings
• Research and locate existing drawings and site photos
• Prepare estimates including procurement, furniture, fixtures, equipment & construction material items
• Prepare and monitor progressive budgeting
• Develop Scope of Work bid documents
• Provide benchmarking
• Present prepared estimates to management and other stakeholders
• Work collaboratively with Innspace design team, external consultants, subcontractors, vendors and other project stakeholders
• Navigate and understand building codes and Brand standards
• Spreadsheet data management and formula creation
• Set up project files
• Financial analysis and reporting
• Develop and maintain relationships with company vendors and subcontractors
• Administrative duties as an assistant to the Project Manager
• Explore ways for Innspace to reduce cost and improve profit margins through efficient sequencing/ scheduling, value engineering, product sourcing, multiple subcontractor bids
• Continuously improve systems and processes
• Contribute to team effort by aligning with Innspace values
• Innovate the Innspace methodology. Suggest future improvements whilst maintaining loyalty to the current methods
• Work with interdepartmental team members on system improvements to drive efficiency and best practices
• Improve Historical Cost Database

Research & Development:

• Pursue individual professional/skill development (e.g. Smartsheet training, Bluebeam training, OHSA certifications, General Contracting licenses)

Critical Knowledge:

• Construction, estimating, budgeting, and forecasting experience
• Building codes, brand standards
• Hospitality/ Commercial construction awareness

Skills:

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Time management and priority planning skills
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Ability to manage multiple bids/projects and meet strict deadlines

Expereince:

• Background in financial reporting/ data reconciliation
• Estimating and budget production
• Technologically savvy

Technoloy:

• Smartsheet
• Bluebeam
• Procore
• MS Office