BIM Pre Construction/ Estimation Support

Full Time
Location: U.S. Based Applicants (no sponsorship possible)
Work Type: Work from Home/Remote

Position: Preconstruction Estimator
Reports to: Preconstruction Manager
Dept:  Estimating Team
Salary:  $28-$34 per hour

Summary: BIM Designs, Inc is seeking Preconstruction Support to review construction documents, perform quantity takeoffs, compile estimates, setup proposals, track deviations / COs, and maintain project spreadsheets.

General Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Review requests for pricing (RFP)
• Perform quantity take-off surveys of sheet metal, mechanical pipe, and plumbing systems.
• Evaluate bill rates
• Estimating across all scopes of work.
• Review request for pricing (RFP) and understand scope of work.  
• Communicate with the Preconstruction Manager to clarify scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements.
• Review and notate all documents pertinent to scope of work including specs, detail sheets, architecturals, and any available addenda.
• Actively participate in the internal estimate review process.
• Complete estimate form accurately and ensure fields are pertinent to scope.
• Assist operations team with change order pricing in a timely manner, if needed.
• Manage estimating databases.
• Work with local organizations to ensure compliance.

Qualifications:

• Attention to detail.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with company core values.
• Maintain a “value added” approach to estimating
• General knowledge of construction principles and processes.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Ability to identify, adapt to, and resolve complex issues.
• Effective participation in a team environment, with both external and internal teammates.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam.
• A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.

Language Skills:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before guests and associates of the organization

Physical Demands:

• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
• Regularly required to talk or hear
• Specific vision abilities required by this job to include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision

Specific vision abilities required by this job to include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision
BIM Designs, Inc. knows that our employees and our customers are our largest assets. We see you as a lifelong employee and partner and will work with you in every way possible to grow your talents and strengths. BIM Designs, Inc. will encourage and pay for any professional development and training desired or needed, as approved and budgeted by your direct manager. This will include our ongoing in-house training, as well as outside training and continued education on software like AutoCAD, and Revit, or participation in coding classes.