Looking to make a real impact in the affordable housing arena and be part of a solution-focused team?

Community Construction Group, LLC is seeking an outstanding Project Estimator to join their Pre-Construction Team. The Project Estimator will be involved with all aspects of the Estimating Process. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, a quick learner and ready to thrive in a fast-paced work environment. The candidate must have extensive construction knowledge with excellent communication (verbal and written), negotiation, organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.

What we offer YOU:

• Competitive Salary $55,000-$75,000 – commensurate with experience
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability

What you’ll be doing:

• Attend site walks and work with Subcontractors to develop scopes on all projects.
• Become expert with bid solicitation, estimating and takeoff software and utilize software to optimum capabilities.
• Manage cost database and ensure unit costs are current and up to date.
• Monitor and expand subcontractor database in all jurisdictions we are authorized to work.
• Thoroughly review all bid documents (plans, specs, etc.) on all assigned and reviewed projects.
• Thoroughly review all proposals received from subcontractors to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Prepare cost estimates on assigned projects using both unit cost and contract methods.
• Attend bid meetings when appropriate on assigned projects.
• Construct and prepare all proposals to finished product for approval by Leadership Team prior to submittal.
• Schedule and host subcontractor site meetings.
• Establish and cultivate relationships with subcontractors.
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What you need to succeed:

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working as an estimator for a General Contractor with annual revenue above $50 million is preferred.
• 4-year college degree, preferably with a major in Building Construction or related field.
• Excellent knowledge and experience with the Microsoft Office suite of products (includes Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). Experience with Microsoft Project is preferred.
• Prior work experience in the multi-family industry and working knowledge of estimating construction jobs is preferred (reviewing, understanding, and performing take-offs on architectural plans; pricing/securing materials and building final job estimates).
• Experience with or knowledge of Building Connected, PlanHub, On-Center OST, Bluebeam or other digital take-off or estimating software application(s) is preferred.
• Experience in performing insurance estimates for fire, water or tornado damage using Xactimate or some other estimating software/tools is preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), negotiation, time management, organizational and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and make decisions within established guidelines and policies is a must.

Requirements

• Candidate must be 18 years or older.
• Candidate must be willing to take a drug test as part of the selection process.
• Candidate must be willing to submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process.
• Candidate must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
• Candidate must be willing to travel, as many project locations are outside of Atlanta.