Job Description

Several commercial general contractor/design build firms located in the Atlanta area seeks to hire a Construction Estimator. They offer a very competitive salary depending on the experience and skills that you bring to the table. Projects include primarily healthcare, education, high-end retail and restaurant, hospitality, and specialty markets. Company offers an excellent work environment, very competitive salary, excellent 100% company paid benefits, and more!

Ideal candidate will be very comfortable with numbers and analytical. You must have great attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES…

· Acquire understanding of the requirements of the project/program at hand.

· Select metrics to produce valid estimates.

· Visit sites to gather essential information when necessary.

· Review documents or consult experts to collect all necessary data.

· Analyze data and produce forecasts.

· Perform risk analysis.

· Prepare detailed reports or bids for submission to appropriate parties.

· Select advantageous deals by evaluating offers and quotes.

· Foster relationships with key vendors (subcontractors, architects, etc.)

REQUIREMENTS…

· Proven experience as commercial construction estimator to handle projects in healthcare and Class "A" office along with tenant improvements.

· Basic understanding of accounting and project management concepts.

· Deep understanding of research methodology, data analysis and estimation metrics.

· Comfortable with numbers and technology.

· Excellent knowledge of Sage software highly desired.

· Great attention to detail.

· Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

· Well-organized and reliable.

· Bachelors in engineering, construction science or relevant field preferred.

· Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) or other qualification considered a plus.

Company offers a competitive salary plus excellent benefits.

For immediate consideration please forward your resume in confidence to meg@jrp-atlanta.com.

THIS IS A PERMANENT DIRECT HIRE OPPORTUNITY AND OUR FEES ARE ALWAYS ASSUMED BY THE HIRING COMPANY. Jim Rowland Personnel specializing in the placement of real estate and construction professionals since 1995.

Keywords: estimator, estimating, construction, commercial, office, tenant improvements, healthcare