Job Description

Construction Estimator (Commercial)

Industry: Commercial Renovation & Construction

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Compensation: Annual FT salary of $85,000 - $100,000, built-in bonus structure, and benefits package (see below)

Hours: 40-45 hours a week, typically Monday - Friday with occasional overtime extending to weekends

Summary of Qualifications:

• Four year degree or equivalent professional experience
• Five (5)+ years of professional experience as a Commercial Construction Estimator
• Prior experience with financial estimating software, spreadsheets, and MS Excel
• Ability to pass a drug and criminal background check
• Valid driver's license

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About Us: When applying for a new job, we feel it’s important for you to understand the culture of the company. OliverSperry Renovation was founded in 2007 by veteran builders Bill Oliver and Todd Sperry, because they believed that commercial renovation projects deserved to be treated as a specialized sector, instead of just a way to keep employees busy between new construction projects. We have always focused on delivering a unique client experience for projects that fit this thoughtfully created niche. Currently, we have a staff of over 25 employees with an annual volume of between $20 and $25 million. But it's not just about the money-- investment in our community and in personal relationships is something OliverSperry feels strongly about. The founders have served on the boards of several community organizations. Numerous opportunities are offered to employees throughout the year to give back to our community, including paid volunteer hours.

About this position: We are looking for a seasoned Construction Estimator to join our team. This person will ensure that accurate bids, in accordance with bidding instructions, are prepared for all assigned projects, reviewed, and submitted to the prospective client within the required timeframe. The goal is to win enough profitable jobs for Oliver Sperry Renovation to meet or exceed our revenue objectives. This position will report to the CFO and the Sales Director.

We think you'll succeed in this position if you:

• Are passionate about the renovation and construction industry
• Are detail-oriented and strive to have zero errors in your estimates and calculations
• Can professionally and confidently correspond with employees, vendors, staff members, and customers
• Enjoy analyzing project plans and specifications to identify potential risks and opportunities for cost savings
• Value integrity, ethics, and accuracy over shortcuts and speed
• Know when to ask for help and to take ownership of both successes and shortcomings
• Are looking for more than just a "job" and want a long-term career with a financially stable but growing construction company
• Naturally act with a sense of urgency whenever issues arise

If this describes you, please read on!

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Essential Functions of the Construction Estimator:

• Communicates with the client to achieve a clear understanding of the scope of work, identify any special types of construction or special requirements, and identify needs and wants of the client
• Reviews plans, specifications, schedules, and related documentation to determine material requirements for any assigned estimating jobs
• Conducts field visits before the estimate to visually confirm the job conditions and may meet with architects, engineering firms, and owners in the development of a project
• Solicits accurate material estimates from qualified suppliers
• Creates a final estimated cost figure using the company’s accounting/estimate system
• Reviews all bids before submission for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with the contract specifications
• Meets with the assigned Project Manager to review all aspects of the job and ensures that a proper hand off occurs between estimating and project management
• Tracks status of bids and provides the company’s owners with weekly status updates
• Researches geographic costs and logistical restraints that may impact estimates
• Ensures that job requirements and scope of work are written completely
• If a job is awarded, ensures that all necessary paperwork is transmitted to the Project Manager
• Tracks the number and dollar value of bids quoted and bids awarded quarterly
• Compares each project’s original cost estimates with what the final completed costs were
• Keeps current on the events within the local construction market to keep ahead of the competition
• Constantly reviews resource needs with the Operations Manager as well as the company’s overall scheduling of current and tentative projects
• Assists with writing, updating, and implementing procedures and policies for the company’s Estimating Department

Secondary Tasks (As Needed):

• Assists in the training and development of personnel to increase their effectiveness
• Attends company meetings
• Works with other company Estimators
• Handles other duties or special projects that may be assigned by the Owners

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Requirements

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Has a four year degree or equivalent professional experience
• Has five (5)+ years of professional experience as a Construction Estimator
• Lives within a 40 minute drive of Tallahassee, Fl or is willing to relocate
• Has an excellent understanding of construction to determine accurate material take-offs and labor estimates
• Has prior experience with financial estimating software, spreadsheets, and MS Excel
• Has a valid driver's license
• Can pass both a drug and criminal background check
• Has strong attention to detail
• Has the ability to read, write, and understand English sufficiently to read and interpret plans, specifications, schedules, and related documentation with an understanding of how each relates to the overall job costs.
• Communicates professionally
• Has a fundamental understanding of math to verify the accuracy of material take-offs

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Benefits

We believe investing in our employees provides the greatest return, as evidenced by our high retention rate. At OliverSperry we are pleased to offer the following:

• Annual FT salary of $85,000 - $100,000 commensurate with experience
• Bonus structure for satisfactory jobs (based on time, budget, and customer satisfaction)
• Individual health insurance that is 70% employer-paid through Capital Health Plan (family can be added at additional cost)
• Group rate vision and dental insurance
• 401k with 3% employer contribution whether you choose to contribute or not
• Regular access to a financial consultant who explains portfolio adjustments and other options
• $400 per month vehicle allowance
• $50 per month mobile phone reimbursement
• Relocation allowance/reimbursement for any out-of-town candidates that need to move
• Robust training programs in place for professional development
• Required training and continuing education for job-specific licensing will be covered by the company
• College courses and books for degrees/courses related to our industry (must meet minimum work hours requirement) will be covered by the company
• A company culture that supports community involvement: paid volunteer hours, rotating employee selection of the company's quarterly giving, and owners who are passionately active within various local charities and initiatives

If you think you’d be a good fit, we’d love to see you apply!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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