Preconstruction Engineer/Estimator

Job description

CEI is searching for a full-time Preconstruction Engineer/Estimator to join our growing team in Denver, Colorado. This individual is responsible for assisting the company in meeting its goals and objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assume overall responsibility for preconstruction stage of assigned projects including pricing, scheduling, risk/value analysis, and other misc. tasks required for preconstruction effort
• identify tasks to be accomplished in order to satisfy contractual requirements
• Oversee Preconstruction efforts and effectively lead project team and foster solutions
• Prepare estimates for all stages of design from Conceptual through Final Construction Documents (Design/Build, Guaranteed Maximum Price, and Hard Bid diversity).
• Effectively schedule Preconstruction efforts including estimate milestones, durations; Identify long lead items and other needs.
• Perform value engineering and life-cycle costing
• Participate with Project Manager in selection of all subcontractors and suppliers
• Establish and foster positive long-term relationships with all business partners including owners, architects, engineers and subcontractors
• Effectively complete both large CM/GC projects and large, complex competitive bid projects
• Proposal development and technical writing
• Demonstrate exceptional presentation and sales skills while assisting and serving on RFP/Interview teams
• Other duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE

• Five (5) years of Alternative Delivery Preconstruction and/or cost estimating experience
• Preferred heavy civil industry experience

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent field

SKILLS

• Solid computer skills; Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel
• Proficient in use of estimating software
• Proficient in use of scheduling software
• Civil 3D & Bluebeam experience
• Able to read drawings and specifications
• Strong understanding of commercial construction industry practices and standards
• Knowledge of construction costs, project budgeting, vendor selection, client proposals and owner/architect/general contractor industry expertise.
• Strong customer service orientation
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking and planning skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

CEI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Hablamos Espanol. CEI performs pre-employment drug screening and background investigations.