Construction Estimator - Virginia

WHO WE ARE

We’re an entrepreneurial, fast-growing team of Project Managers, Estimators, Superintendents, Safety and Administrative Support personnel. As leaders in quality construction management, we’re committed to providing impeccable service to our clients, a safe work environment for our team, and an opportunity for our employees to grow and enjoy the benefits of work/life balance. Here at ALLY, we cultivate a collaborative environment that values tenacity, attention to detail, and comradery. Since outstanding customer service is our best product, we strive to build long-lasting relationships with our entire customer base.

POSITION SUMMARY

As an Estimator reporting to a Sr. Estimator, your primary role is to provide analysis and pricing of construction projects by conducting construction estimating, budgeting and bidding for assigned projects ranging in value from $100K to $30M. You will interact with architects, clients, subcontractors, business development and operations staff to ensure a clear understanding of project objectives, schedules and other information. You will develop competitive bids as well as conceptual budgets in response to specific proposal requests. You will also solicit and maintain relationships with qualified subcontractors and material suppliers in order to receive responsive and competitive proposals and pricing. You will be expected to maintain a strong understanding of current and ongoing market conditions and be aware of any significant changes in the market, including pricing changes, lead time impacts, changes to the supplier base, etc.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide thorough review of construction plans, architectural and engineered drawing sets.
• Identify items that have been omitted and ensure appropriate accounting for such items in overall estimate package that represents the full scope of the project.
• Timely preparation of conceptual estimates, competitive bids, budgets, and pricing analysis, as required on proposed projects.
• Share information about reliable sub-contractors and suppliers to assist Project Managers and other team members in the timely preparation of GMP and Lump Sum pricing.
• Prepare competitive Lump Sum and Time and Material bids on construction projects, including timely review of associated bid forms, pricing, and general conditions by appropriate senior management.
• Assist Project Managers with subcontractor/vendor bidding on projects.
• Develop conceptual project schedules based on subcontract input and historical data.
• Maintain a construction cost database, including historical cost data and unit pricing.
• Maintain the subcontractor/vendor qualified bidders database for use by estimating and Project Managers along with other team members.
• Identify and remain current with an up-to-date understanding of the latest construction materials, pricing, trends, systems, procedures, means and methods, computer programs, management techniques, code changes, etc..
• Follow approved estimating practices consistent with corporate guidelines and ensure such practices result in the most complete estimates possible while meeting financial objectives. 
• Ensure quality and timely work output by prioritizing tasks and meeting assigned deadlines.
• Provide feedback to senior leadership on gaining competitive advantages over the competition.
• Be proactive in identifying opportunities through current and past clients.
• Attend client meetings to discuss estimates, answering any questions and resolving any issues regarding pricing and estimates throughout duration of project.
• Provide change order pricing, site visits, bid delivery and collaboration with teams.
• Prepare estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work, preparing bids, selecting vendors or subcontractors and determining cost effectiveness. 
• Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data for effect cost reductions.
• Analyze completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine the reason for any discrepancies. 
• Close out estimate packages and maintain archive files.
• Regional travel up to 3 days at a time, throughout the Northeastern US, Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern US will occasionally be required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)

• Excellent estimating, communication, financial analysis, budgeting, purchasing, negotiation and computer skills are essential.
• Requires expertise in the use of computer software programs, such as, Microsoft Office Suite. Blue Beam and Premier experience are a plus.
• Life Sciences or manufacturing facility project experience (or similar) preferred.
• Experience with Lean Construction Practices is a plus.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• When driving on company business, a clean driving record, valid driver’s license, properly maintained employee-owned vehicle with the state minimum mandated levels of auto liability insurance are required as a condition of employment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• The successful candidate will demonstrate ALLY’s core values by:
  • Acting as a trustworthy ALLY with uncompromising ethics, honesty, fairness, and accountability.
  • Working with integrity, commitment, and professionalism.
  • Supporting a collaborative, inclusive, and team-oriented company culture.
  • Demonstrating a willingness to give back to others and support company, community, and veteran-focused initiatives.
• 5+ years of construction estimating experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering or Management or equivalent work experience is preferred.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Adherence to ALLY’s employment and corporate policies.
• Quality performance of duties listed in the job description.
• Respectful interaction with other employees, owners, consultants, subcontractors, and the general public.
• Must have reliable transportation and when driving on company business, a clean driving record, valid driver’s license, properly maintained employee-owned vehicle with the state minimum mandated levels of auto liability insurance is required as a condition of employment.
• Must be a team player.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the Estimator is required to sit for long periods of time and is occasionally required to stand; walking within a 400-acre campus; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and ladders; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Estimators are required to speak clearly so listeners can understand and hear clearly to understand the speech of another person. In this role and employee may also occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Client site pending, work environments can involve some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

WHAT WE OFFER

Here at ALLY, we cultivate a collaborative environment that values tenacity, attention to detail, and comradery. We are committed to providing impeccable service to our clients, a safe work environment for our team, and an opportunity for our employees to grow and enjoy the benefits of work/life balance. Since outstanding customer service is our best product, we strive to build long-lasting relationships with our entire customer base. Working at ALLY includes:

• Salary range of $100K - $120K
• Paid time off to include vacation, flex (sick/personal) and your birthday!
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family dependents (base plan 100% paid)
• HSA, Dependent Care, and HRA programs
• 401K Savings/Retirement plan
• Life Insurance (1X of salary paid by ALLY)
• Short term disability insurance
• Employee referral program incentives
• Volunteer program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Great team environment with fun, caring, hardworking people

We are a Veteran-Owned business and encourage our military service men and women to seek employment with us. We partner with DOD SkillBridge, American Corporate Partners, and have consecutively earned the Federal Government’s HireVets.gov Platinum Medallion for several years. Please be sure to call out your honorable service to our country in your email when applying for this role.

Interested in joining the ALLY team? Please email us your resume with cover letter and include the position you’re applying for in the subject line to [email protected].

ALLY CONSTRUCTION SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, family responsibility, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.