The Building People · 7 hours ago
Project Planner/Estimator
Anchorage, AK
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expThe Building People, LLC is seeking a Full-Time Project Planner / Estimator to support the Federal Government in the Northwest Arctic Region. The role involves construction planning, cost estimating, and change order evaluation for projects in federally owned and leased facilities.
Real EstateCommercial Real EstateReal Estate Investment
Responsibilities
Develop initial budget estimates, Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM), and Independent Government Estimates (IGE) for projects ranging from minor repairs to complex renovations and new construction (multi-million-dollar efforts)
Prepare IGEs from construction documents, preliminary work statements, and requirements programs; perform technical analysis of contractor pricing proposals and justify variances to support negotiations
Separate cost estimates into Shell and Tenant Improvement (TI) components in accordance with federal pricing policies and ensure costs are not commingled
Verify quantitative accuracy of estimates using appropriate engineering and cost estimating methodologies, including electronic take-offs and site investigations
Review and prepare change order cost estimates; evaluate modification proposals and coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and client agencies to assess scope changes and cost impacts
Provide technical support during negotiations, including participation in discussions related to claims, disputes, and sole-source procurements as required
Assist Project Managers in developing Agency Special Requirements (ASRs) and Statements of Work (SOW); review design intent drawings, construction drawings, and solicitations to identify discrepancies and conduct Quality Assurance reviews
Review contractor, lessor, and subcontractor bids to determine price reasonableness and compliance with lease and contract requirements
Attend construction meetings and site inspections as needed to review progress, evaluate change proposals, verify completed work, and support cost-related decisions
Participate in space acceptance inspections, assist with punch list identification, and review completed work for compliance with lease, RLP, SOW, drawings, and approved change orders
Provide briefings and presentations to regional staff and leadership as required
Apply knowledge of building systems including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, fire/life safety, accessibility, vertical transportation, security, telecommunications, architectural finishes, and hazardous materials remediation
Qualification
Required
Minimum one year of experience in Tenant Improvement and office/warehouse construction as a Project Manager, Construction Manager, or Planner/Estimator
Minimum one year of experience estimating construction projects valued over $250,000
Ability to interpret Tenant Improvement and construction drawings and accurately measure space
Working knowledge of commercial building systems, including mechanical, electrical, architectural, security, telecommunications, finishes, ceilings, lighting, and partitions
Hands-on experience with the general contractor in competitive bidding process, including bid review and cost evaluation
Minimum of a High School Diploma and 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. References required
Preferred
Experience supporting federal facility construction or renovation projects
Experience supporting multi-million-dollar construction efforts
Ability to define mechanical, electrical, and plumbing scopes of work for remodeling existing spaces
Experience supporting technical negotiations and price discussions
Experience participating in construction meetings and site inspections
Advanced knowledge of cost modeling and escalation forecasting
Associate or bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field
Industry certifications related to cost estimating or project management preferred
Benefits
Medical & Rx
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance/AD&D
Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Company
The Building People
The Building People is a real estate company specializes in real estate and facilities services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Lawrence Melton
CEO & President
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