CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR

Richard & Rice Construction Co. celebrating 15 years in business specializes in Foundations, Masonry, and Rough Carpentry; has an immediate opening for an experienced Estimator with a background in residential construction in Florida. The Estimator will work out of our Deerfield, FL office, and be responsible for the preparation of quantity surveys and proposals primary targeted to national, smaller regional builders, custom builders, and light commercial GC’s. Minimal travel will be required. The Estimator will manage all aspects of developing cost estimates, budgets, and bids for single, multi-family, and light commercial projects.

Responsibilities:

• Occasionally visit project work sites, participate in pre-proposal meetings, clarify the scope of work, and prepare RFI’s;
• Evaluate projects for constructability and value-engineer cost savings.
• Work closely with R&R personnel and owners to develop strategy, competitive differentiation, and an overall understanding of the project requirements.
• Communicate with potential customers regarding bid status.
• Develop and manage the development of a preliminary bid schedule.
• Working knowledge of Planswift Onscreen estimating software.
• Learn and work with proprietary estimating and budgeting software.
• Work on a preliminary project schedule based on the information provided in the plans and specifications.
• Proposal development and technical writing skills required.

Job Requirements:

• Preferred four year BS degree, but not required.
• 5-10 years of experience in estimating or construction, Estimator experience preferred.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills.
• A sense of urgency and the ability to multi-task.
• Highly productive and willing to manage a busy work schedule independently.
• Superior verbal and written (including technical) communication skills.

Experience: Estimating and / or construction.

Salary & Benefits offered: Salary above competitive to the market

Paid time off.

Health insurance.

Retirement benefits or accounts.

Workplace perks such as food/coffee and flexible work schedules.

R&R Construction Co., Inc. offers competitive wages and benefits to all employees. R&R.

Construction Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, please send your resume to Karly Mixon at [email protected]

Job Type: Full-time