[Houston, TX, 77086], Texas, United States | Posted - 02/26/24
InfraHire is looking for Unit Price Estimator in Houston, TX
What You Will Do-
Analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other construction documents to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates for bidding construction projects, applying knowledge of specialized methodologies, techniques, principles, and processes.
Prepare RS Means estimates using E4Clicks.
Estimates costs for materials, purchased and/or leased equipment, subcontracted work, production activities and requirements, and labor.
Provides preliminary estimates for planning purposes and detailed itemized estimates based on final plans and specifications.
Updates costs as necessary based on new information and project scope changes. Analyzes postproduction costs and uses data to inform future project estimates.
Review supplier and subcontractor proposals and pricing.
Analyzes price proposals and other data to determine price structure.
Assesses cost effectiveness of products, projects, and services.
Prepares cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals.
Acts as a resource to project management during the award / start-up phase to clarify any issues regarding what was considered in the estimate including materials and methods of construction;
Reviews budget and project profitability status and goals with supervision and project team as required.
Conduct site inspections for tender understanding, analysis of conditions and assessment of risk and identification of activities that may or may not be shown in tender documents.
Assembles bid-files including all development information that was utilized in preparation of the estimates.
Assists with procurement contracts.
Maintain up-to-date and accurate contact information for suppliers, sub-contractors and clients.
Communicates with management to evaluate contract performance.
Helps around the office with daily duties including phone calls, subcontractor communication, organization, keeping spreadsheets updated, and other duties as assigned.
What You Bring To The Table-
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Finance or equivalent preferred.
2-5 years of construction experience required.
Knowledge of industry standards and practices.
Experience in the commercial construction industry.
Experience in Unit Price Estimating.
Familiarity with Gordian- RS Means pricing.
Experience in procurement.
Experience in RS Means estimating.
Experience in multiple software systems including Procore and Adobe and E4 Clicks.