Project Engineer/Estimator

Job Description:

PURPOSE

The Construction Estimator provides direct support to the Preconstruction and Operations group via quantity takeoffs, subcontractor buyouts, and conceptual through construction document budgeting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interface directly with architects and engineers as required.
• Participate in developing estimates and proposals for assigned bid opportunities.
• Perform quantity take-offs and generate estimates.
• Prepare comprehensive budgets for assigned packages.
• Participate in bid solicitation and sub-contractor bid evaluations.
• Identify plan discrepancies and opportunities for value engineering.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local subcontractors and vendors for ongoing negotiations and future bids.
• Assist in other duties as assigned, relevant to the achievement of the position's and team's objectives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated curiosity to learn methods of construction practices and project execution.
• Curiosity to learn to read construction plans and specifications.
• Curiosity to learn practical knowledge of construction trades.
• Mathematical acuity.
• Excellent communication skills and must work collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Excellent organization skills and can consistently meet deadlines.
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office, with proficiency in Excel.
• Curiosity to learn relevant estimating systems.
• Experience working in Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, BuildingConnected, Excel formats and formulas.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree is preferred. Cost Engineering degree and/or certifications are a plus.
• 2+ years construction experience is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work is performed in a professional office environment. Role is stationary, often standing or sitting for long periods of time, utilizing standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc. Communication with internal and external contacts, including speaking and hearing is required. May occasionally push, pull or lift up to 25 lbs.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• All Fortis positions require some level of driving.

RQ-0350 Project Engineer/Estimator (Open)

Fortis is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regards to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability or any other protected categories. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given an equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.