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Cost Estimator II
The Bowa Group Inc —Chicago, IL
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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- $80,000 - $110,000 a year
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Hotel Rehabs —Chicago, IL
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Finance
- Business development
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Evergreene Architectural Arts —Chicago, IL
- $125,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Construction site
- Office
- Travel
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Senior Estimator - Construction
Path Construction —Arlington Heights, IL
- $90,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Bachelor's degree
- Mentoring
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
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Estimator II
The Bowa Group Inc —Chicago, IL
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
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- AD&D insurance
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Senior Estimator
Powers & Sons Construction —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Analysis skills
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- Paid holidays
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LiveWire Construction Inc. —Westmont, IL
- $130,000 - $145,000 a year
- Full-time
- OSHA
- Construction site
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Cost Estimator II

The Bowa Group Inc -
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$90,000 - $110,000 a year
8 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
AD&D insurance
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Bluebeam Revu
Construction specifications
Teamwork
Bluebeam
Contractor management
Bachelor of Science
Bidding project phase
Bachelor's degree
Estimating construction project budgets
Cost estimate preparation
Time management

Full Job Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Bowa Construction is a General Contractor and Construction Management firm built on the core principles of family, honesty, discipline, and quality. With a team of industry experts experienced in general contracting, design-build, and construction management, we deliver every project with passion and purpose. We are driven by the long-term impact our work has on the communities we serve.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

The Estimator II will serve as an integral part of the overall organization. This role will help aid all estimating efforts and support pre-construction processes on Lump Sum Bids and GMP Projects. This person will report to the Senior and Chief Estimator. BOWA specializes in Mid-Rise & High-Rise Residential, K-12, Higher Education, Healthcare, Aviation, Retail, and Commercial construction.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support Senior Estimator in running a fast-paced estimating department working on numerous projects at one time.
Assist with managing estimate schedule and assigning responsibilities to junior estimators.
Lead estimating team on CM and Design Build Projects in coordination with the Senior Estimator – Depending on Project Size and Complexity.
Lead estimating team on Lump Sum Bids in coordination with the Senior Estimator – Depending on Project Size and Complexity.
Lead document management for project, including receiving drawings and specifications, providing proper file structure and distribution to stakeholders.
Lead the coordination of operational input during the estimating, bidding, and GMP process.
Lead the handover of projects to the operations team in coordination with the Senior Estimator.
Develop detailed estimates for all trades, at all design stages. Present to the Senior/Chief Estimator and Operations lead.
Prepare detailed and accurate scopes of work for all trades. Present to the Senior/Chief Estimator and Operations lead.
Coordinate subcontractor bids. Evaluate for completeness and identify scope gaps and overlaps and coordinate with other staff managing trades. Bid leveling.
Review and develop general conditions and general requirements and present to the Senior/Chief Estimator and Operations lead.
Complete risk analysis and develop risk mitigation plan for all projects.
Review design documents for level of completion, assemble comments and requests for additional information needed to provide complete estimates.
Work with project team to determine site logistics and schedule requirements.
Attend pre-bid meetings and subcontractor site walk-throughs.
Attend presentations and interviews for potential projects.
Attend and/or lead preconstruction meetings with client and design team.
Assist senior estimator to run internal review meetings.
Develop subcontractor bidder list for specific projects and contact subcontractors to confirm bidding status.
Develop and manage key relationships with subcontractors.
Develop and manage key relationships with clients.
Generate ideas and pricing for value engineering, alternates, options, and special studies as required.
Review junior estimators work for completeness.
Mentor, train, and manage junior estimators.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

BS or MS degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or similar or equivalent experience.
5+ years of construction estimating experience
Proficient with Excel, Building Connected, OST, Assemble, Bluebeam.
Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule.
Conceptual ability, able to work with minimum information and quickly develop understanding of owner/design team requirements.
Experience developing cost estimates for all trades at all levels of design.
Experience writing scope sheets and leveling bids for all trades on projects for both hard bids and CM projects.
Familiar with operating procedures and methods of other departments.
Experience and knowledge of the Chicago subcontractor market.
Strong communication, proactive mindset and focused on developing solutions.
Organized and detailed with proven ability to fulfill all responsibilities for multiple, complex projects at one time.
Punctual with strong time management skills.
Strong teamwork and leadership skills.
Strong technical and communication skills.
Ability to adapt to the use of new technology.
CPE or MRICS Certification Preferred

BENEFITS:

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance - 70% Employer contribution & Employee HSA contribution*
Performance Based Bonuses - % of base salary
Parental Leave
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, & Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (advocates to help manage and control stress levels and everyday life for you and/or your family)

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
AD&D insurance
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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