James G. Davis Construction (DAVIS) · 2 days ago
Senior Estimating & Preconstruction Engineer
Rockville, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $110K/yr
4+ years expJames G. Davis Construction (DAVIS) is redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all. The Senior Estimating + Preconstruction Engineer is responsible for assisting the preconstruction and estimating teams in developing proposal responses, providing preconstruction services, preparing competitive bid responses, and compiling Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) presentations for negotiated projects.
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Responsibilities
Participate in budget/bid assembly
Quantity takeoff – Proficiency and efficiency in takeoff software
Scope writing and qualification development – Proficient in divisions 3 – 14
Collaborate with the project team in establishing comprehensive scopes of work incorporating operation standard
Exposure to Bid Captain or Preconstruction Manager role on less complicated/smaller projects
Support constructability reviews
Assist in the development of specific systems analyses and creation of Value Engineering and Alternates lists/logs
Sub solicitation and communication/coordination; become familiar with sub specialization
Begin to identify strategy development between GMP’s and competitive bids
Grow subcontractor/supplier relationships
Distribute documents without the support of an administrative assistant
Research and compile historical data for use in future budget preparation and competitive bids
Participate in the subcontractor buyout process
Attend design progress meetings and client presentations, as required
Attend project pre-bid meetings with other team members
Responsible for sub coverage and effective communication and management for assigned trades
Participate in the development of cost estimates of assigned projects; from concept through construction phase documents
Solicit and review bids from subcontractors and material suppliers. Analyze submitted responses to identify missing scope, listed qualifications, noted exclusions and work to compare equivalent bid submissions
Coordinate with administrative staff to ensure the database is current with prequalified subcontractors
Work closely with assigned Operations, ICG, CRG and other IM+D team members
Begin building relationships with clients, design team members, and subcontractors
Exposure to networking events and organizations
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field or equivalent construction experience
Four (4) to ten (10) years' experience in estimating for commercial construction
Decision making, research and analytical problem solving skills
Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering and construction management, including safety, quality and sustainability standards
Time management with the ability to organize, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands, and to work independently
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and interact effectively at all levels within the organization
Presentation experience
Ability in developing good relationships with clients, design teams and subcontractors
Experience estimating with a variety of building types
MS Office - Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint experience
Plan reading experience
Quantity Take-off software experience (On Screen Take-off or Sketch-up preferred)
PDF editor software experience (Brava or Bluebeam preferred)
Benefits
100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family)
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Annual contribution to your HSA
Annual incentive bonus
Paid time off + annual holidays
Financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP)
FSAs
Fertility and family-forming assistance
Continuing education
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
On-site fitness center
Parental leave
Company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities
Company
James G. Davis Construction (DAVIS)
Recognized and ranked as a leading general contractor and employer, we have built our business around five core values: Trust, Excellence in Service, Inclusion, Integrity, and Building Relationships.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dennis Cotter
Founding Partner
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