Chief Plumbing Estimator at Rogers Mechanical Contractors – Douglasville, Georgia

The Chief Estimator is responsible for the creation of budgets and estimates. This position is responsible for the oversight of the estimating process for all projects bid and awarded, and will establish standardized procedures, methods, and processes for estimating and training estimating resources in the use of the same.

· Reviews project plans and specifications and coordinates with the team to confirm complete scope.

· Identify risk issues and their order of magnitude.

· Solicit subcontractor and/or supplier information & pricing.

· Assist in “Good Faith Efforts” as required.

· Prepares instructions to bidders, bid form and other bid solicitation information as required.

· Performs and/or manages the quantity survey and pricing effort for internal budgets.

· Prepares conceptual budgets based on minimal information.

· Reviews general conditions, schedule, scopes of work and site logistics and other exhibits as prepared by Operations.

· Ensures the flow of project information is maintained and documented.

· Reviews and/or manages the review and scoping of specialty contractor bids.

· Reviews constructability issues with operational staff.

· Maintains and communicates data on construction and material cost trends affecting project costs.

· Analyze alternate means and methods to determine the most economical alternative.

· Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, specialty contractors, suppliers, and

user groups that reflect and support company's core values and meet or exceed the customer's expectations.

· Actively participates in industry, client, and community relations to enhance company image.

· Performs other related duties as needed.

· Participate in the transfer of information on successful projects, including the Job Kick-off Meeting.

· Assist in the preparation and review of work plans as requested.

· Participate in periodic reviews and visits to projects as appropriate.

· Pricing of change impacts as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Be proficient in all computer software programs used in estimating.

· Possess strong mathematical and computer skills. Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).

· Ability to break down construction operations into a logical sequence of activities.

· Ability to work in a team environment.

· Ability to professionally communicate the basis for individual work product when in a fast-paced environment.

· Must be able to meet deadlines and put in the time needed to get the job done.

· Effective oral and written communication skills

· Must be willing to travel.

· Candidates must possess a strong work ethic.

· Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

· Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.

Rogers Building Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, fostering growth and opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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