Job description:

S. B. Ballard Construction Company, a leading General Contractor/Construction Manager servicing the Mid-Atlantic region, headquartered in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Estimator to join our team in Virginia Beach.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Analyze drawings, specifications, and project requirements
Perform accurate quantity takeoffs from plans and specifications
Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors
Develop conceptual, preliminary, and final estimates during design development
Identify cost-saving alternatives and value engineering options
Assemble complete bid proposals and pricing summaries
Solicit, review, and level subcontractor and supplier bids
Collaborate and reconcile scopes with other members of the estimating team
Ensure bids comply with project requirements, scope, and deadlines
Participate in bid reviews and clarifications
Identify potential risks, constructability issues, and scope gaps
Prepare reports for management and clients
Compare estimated vs. actual costs for continuous improvement
Support negotiations during contract award
Assist with client presentation preparation

Qualifications and Experience:

Proven experience and knowledge of construction estimating, means and methods, accounting, and document administration
Thorough understanding of construction industry materials and practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Experience with On Screen Take-off (OST)
Experience with Bluebeam
LEED certification is preferred but not required
DBIA certification is preferred but not required
Some periodic travel may be required

Current focus on eligible candidates residing within commuting distance of our Virginia Beach office.

The summary of essential duties and responsibilities listed above is not intended to cover all possible job duties and is subject to change at our discretion. The salary for this position is based on experience as well as a variety of other factors negotiated during the offer process. We are a drug free workplace and all applicants considered for employment must pass a post-offer drug screen and background check prior to commencing employment. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person (remote positions will not be considered)

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Experience:

Construction estimating: 5 years (Preferred)
Design Build and CM@Risk Projects: 5 years (Preferred)
On Screen Take Off (OST): 5 years (Preferred)
Microsoft Project: 5 years (Preferred)
Primavera P6: 5 years (Preferred)
Bluebeam: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

LEED Certificataion (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

S. B. Ballard Construction Company

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