Estimator (Citrus)

Join Our Team as an Estimator at Citrus Construction.!

Citrus Construction is currently seeking a full-time Estimator to join our team. Are you a highly skilled and experienced Estimator with a can-do attitude? If so, we want you on our team!

Position: Estimator

Location: Citrus, Miramar office.

Key Qualifications: Self-starter, who takes initiative, works well independently, sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment, and strong operational focus. Ability to establish credibility throughout the organization with both management and employees. Ability to coordinate and perform multiple projects simultaneously. The ability to organize and prioritize workload is essential.

About Us: Citrus Construction, a division of The Richman Group, specializes in multi-family new construction and remodeling. Founded as a general building contractor with the objective of streamlining the overall construction process from development to property management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating bid packages using Procore to send ITB to subcontractors
• Solicit qualified subcontractors, suppliers, and outside professionals for a comprehensive, responsive, and complete estimate.
• Examine specifications, blueprints, proposals, and construction documents to get an overall understanding of the project.
• Generate accurate and clear quantity takeoffs using estimation software.
• Review, level, and perform risk assessments to subcontractor’s bids.
• Communicate and resolve discrepancies between quantity takeoffs and subcontractor bids.
• Generate and develop accurate and reliable line-item budgets for each construction budgets.
• Maintain strict organization and schedule adherence on simultaneous projects when they are elected to bid or budget.
• Sort and compile qualified bid proposal for each category of work.
• Read and comprehend the soils and engineering reports as it pertains to the scope of work, and any cost implications.
• Assist in the bidding process for each individual project.
• Assist in the distribution of plans, specifications and other bid documents and assure that they are distributed in a timely manner for the purpose of obtaining Subcontractor bids.
• Effectively interact and communicate with vendors, subcontractors, and company team.
• Assist in the budgeting and value-engineering process on each budgeted project.
• Create detailed scopes of work for subcontract award.
• Create buy-out packages for internal scoping meetings and with selected subcontractor.
• Assist in maintaining unit price costs and current market trends.
• All other related duties as assigned by direct Supervisor or V.P of Citrus Construction
  
  
  

Requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in construction management or related field is preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an estimator, specifically in multi-family residential construction.
  
  
  

Licenses and Certifications: -

• Notary is preferred, but not required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
  
  
  

Skills:

• Strong understanding of construction terminology
• Must be able to work in a fast – paced environment.
• Displays professional appearance and conduct.
• Good attendance is essential.
• Understanding of the Contractor Specification Institute (CSI) trade organization codes.
• Bi-lingual a plus
  
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with annual employer contribution.
• Paid vacation time, and opportunities for career advancement.
  
  
  

Join Our Team

We’re growing! For those seeking a career with a company experiencing huge growth and offering upward mobility opportunities, Citrus Construction wants to hear from you! Our exciting job openings span from all levels of Superintendent to Project Managers and Admins to Purchasing Associates and Accountants. Visit our website at https://www.therichmangroup.com/citrus-construction/to learn more about Citrus Construction.

Please Note

We conduct criminal background and drug screenings as part of our hiring process. The Richman Group is an equal opportunity employer, providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.