Construction Cost Estimator (Multifamily exp or apartments)

**Job Description: Construction Cost Estimator**

Construction Cost Estimating approach aligns with the overarching department philosophy of "Cradle-to-Grave" management, ensuring involvement in projects from initial site identification to post-occupancy surveys. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Construction Estimating, the Construction Cost Estimator holds a pivotal role in the development and maintenance of the Historical Cost Model. The position involves crafting cost estimates for individual project costs, encompassing pre-development analysis for various multi-family affordable projects.

Responsibilities

• **Quantitative Analysis:**
• Prepare quantity take-offs and estimate costs of materials, labor, and equipment for contract fulfillment.
• Forecast project costs in a three-to-four-year window based on preliminary project data.
• **Construction Evaluation:**
• Evaluate construction methods for cost-effectiveness.
• Assess the acquisition of land for construction projects.
• **Estimation Process:**
• Prepare estimates with the appropriate level of detail for all design stages.
• Ensure a thorough review of plans and drawings, identifying and accounting for omitted items in the overall estimate package.
• **Documentation and Review:**
• Maintain current pricing records for labor and materials.
• Review reports and studies to validate accuracy and determine cost impacts on projects.
• **Project Coordination:**
• Organize/conduct walk-throughs with subcontractors to gather site information.
• Schedule projects using CPM software for budgetary purposes.
• **Team Collaboration:**
• Attend Owner and/or team meetings to discuss estimates, answer questions, and resolve issues.
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients.
• **Pre-Development Responsibilities:**
• Manage the pre-development budget/cost estimating process.
• Coordinate with design consultants on buildability, cost, quality, and value engineering.
• **General Project Management:**
• Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with codes and approved plans.
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements.
• Obtain necessary permits and licenses.
• **Quality Control and Analysis:**
• Implement and refine quality control programs.
• Analyze completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs.
• **Additional Duties:**
• Maintain the Historical Cost Model.
• Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites.
• Address issues arising from delays, bad weather, or emergencies.
  
  

This comprehensive role requires a skilled Construction Cost Estimator to ensure successful project completion within specified timelines, budgets, and quality standards.