Giffin & Crane's Estimating/Preconstruction Management team leads new projects from the initial idea to the start of construction. Starting with the initial client meetings, our estimators work closely with clients, consultants, G&C principals, and all other key players to develop projects through the preconstruction phase for a successful handoff to the build team.
Key duties include but are not limited to the following:
- Work with Giffin & Crane's estimating team to develop projects from initial client meetings to start of construction
- Compile various levels of preliminary estimates throughout development leading to detailed and accurate construction Scope of Work estimates.
- Perform detailed takeoffs and unit cost analysis
- Develop detailed and coordinated subcontractor scope outlines
- Coordinate field site visits with subcontractors, suppliers, and supervisors
- Coordinate meetings with clients and consultants
- Read and interpret plans, develop RFI's
- Analyze, compare, and evaluate subcontractor bids
- Build detailed construction schedules using Microsoft Project
- Analyze, maintain, and track historical cost data from previously completed projects
- Manage all documents, drawings, and communications throughout preconstruction phase using Procore
Requirements:
- Custom Residential Construction Experience
- Attention to Detail, Organized
- Highest Levels of Honesty, Integrity, and Responsibility
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Ability to read, interpret, and communicate drawings
- Strong Sense of Caring Professionalism
- Strong written communication skills
- Proficient in Procore
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word
- Proficient in Microsoft Project
- Proficient in Adobe Acrobat
- Vehicle and valid driver's license are required
- Background check will be required
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Paid time off
- Participation in company incentive program
- 401K plan
- Profit sharing
- Mileage reimbursement