Addison, TX 75001
The Cost/ Project Estimator will be responsible for preconstruction project services and
preparing quantity and cost summaries for Commercial projects ranging in size from $1M to
$3M.
Responsibilities to include the following:
Provide complete and accurate quantity and cost take-offs. Write thorough and detailed bid and
proposal summaries. Read and interpret plans and specifications. Identify plan discrepancies.
Collect historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products. Consult with clients,
vendors, personnel in other departments, or construction foremen to discuss and formulate
estimates and resolve issues. Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as
planning, organizing, and scheduling work. Analyze blueprints and other documentation to
prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates. Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects
or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops. Prepare cost and
expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals for the duration of
the project. Prepare reports regarding the current and future work and project portfolio for the
management to be presented to the bank on quarterly and annual basis.
The Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration; Engineering; or closely related field, plus three
years of experience in preconstruction, project, and cost estimating.
Additional requirements
Experience in quantity take-offs and square foot estimating.
Experience with on-screen take-off.
Technologies
Construction Management Software ProEst.
Procore Construction Management Software.
Experience using On Center Software.
Microsoft Office Software (PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel and MS Word).
Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Task and detail oriented in performing necessary documentation.
Ability to prioritize and manage resources, and deliver results on time.
Extremely well organized.
Thrives in a collaborative and cooperative team environment.
Send resume to accounting@southlandcompany.net
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