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Ware Malcomb · 5 hours ago

Junior Cost Estimator

Ware Malcomb is a dynamic and forward-thinking design firm committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation. As a Junior Cost Estimator, you will support construction estimating efforts, work closely with internal teams and external partners, and ensure accurate cost information throughout each project phase.

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Responsibilities

Facilitate bid process
Quantity take-off and data input into estimating software
Change Order review
Bid tabulation and bid leveling
Perform archive filing and historical cost data gathering
Responsible for evaluating GC estimates and proposals
Evaluate subcontractor input for scope/cost inclusion
Identify scope gaps and overlaps and coordinate with other staff managing trades
Verify pricing within the estimate or proposal is complete and accurate, reflecting recent pricing data, subcontractor bids or budgets
Actively participate in estimate and proposal review meetings with architects, engineers, contractors, and owners and incorporate comments, feedback, and input into revised estimates or proposals
Prepare comparison analysis to previous estimates or previous projects and develop a clear and concise message to explain the variances for each of the project stakeholders
Provide variance reports for each milestone estimate to communicate scope development

Qualification

Construction ManagementEstimating SoftwareCommercial ConstructionQuantity Take-offBIM UtilizationMicrosoft Office SuiteBluebeamProcoreTeam CollaborationCommunication Skills

Required

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Construction or similar
Preferred two or more years as a Junior Estimator or Project Engineer for commercial construction projects
Experience with large commercial and industrial projects
Experience with full project scoping, estimating, and bidding on civil, structural/envelope, finishes, MEP/FP, building equipment and specialties
Knowledge of general construction practices for commercial and civil projects, means and methods, standard industry practices
Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction documents
Ability to collaborate, communicate efficiently, and function well within a team-oriented environment including internal staff, consultant teams, client representatives, contractors, and jurisdictional representatives
Strong computer skills and a familiarity with Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite, and estimating software
Ability to work concurrently on different projects in varying phases of development and meet established deadlines

Preferred

2+ years Construction Project Management experience in the office or field
Experience with both bid projects and private developer driven projects
Utilize Building Information Models (BIM) for quantity take-off and visualization where possible to support verification of a complete estimate
Productive relationships with construction industry partners and contracting community or ability to develop and/or expand relationships in local and national markets

Company

Ware Malcomb

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Ware Malcomb provides integrated design services across all markets.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Ken Wink
Chief Executive Officer
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