Estimator (NJ)

• Prepares accurate pricing of estimates with the proper level of detail, including labor, material, and subcontract items.
• Must have the ability to create estimates as self-perform to compare with subcontractor pricing.
• Thoroughly investigates the specifications, scope of work, and drawings of a bid and develops a complete understanding of the requirements.
• Must have required communications skills and strong network of subcontractors.
• Takes site visits to gather detailed, relevant data on project site conditions and effectively incorporates this information during the bid process.
• Is experienced in generating cost estimates for design-build projects.
• Prepares quantity take-offs and estimates costs of materials, labor, and use of equipment required to fulfill all provisions of the contract
• Develops scope of work and management plans for seamless proposal integration
• Solicits sub-contractor’s bids and material supplier quotations and determines acceptable bids by comparing to self-perform estimates.
• Collects historical cost data to estimate costs
• Critically analyzes bid documents to identify opportunities and risks, assesses their order of magnitude, and effectively communicates these insights to management.
• Assesses cost effectiveness of products, projects or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops maintaining the project cost history
• Recommends and incorporates cost-reduction options for more competitive bids
• Attends project site pre-bid meetings, site tours, and post-bid interviews as required
• Prepares and maintains a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors
• Keeps current on market conditions and construction industry trends
• Assists in researching and identifying bidding opportunities.

• Minimum of 5 years of estimator/industry experience in industrial and/or commercial and/or heavy civil construction projects
• For Security Clearance Requirements – must be a US Citizen, as required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline Experience may be considered in lieu of education requirement.
• Experience working with the Federal Government and understanding FAR requirements is preferred
• Proficient in MS Office Suite with advanced knowledge of Excel
• Experience with software such as Bluebeam, P6 and MS Projects
• Ability to read, understand and organize construction plans and specifications
• Capable of taking a project from receipt of documents to rough estimate ready for review (project size $100k to $50 million)
• Capability to complete complex competitive bid projects
• Ability to breakdown construction operations into a logical sequence of activities
• Ability to buyout after winning bid with understanding of scopes of work, cost comparison and procurement means/methods
• Experience with mechanical and electrical systems and the costs of these systems
• Has a solid time management system and demonstrates excellent organizational skills
• Detail oriented, collaborative, sense of urgency, open minded and ‘can do’ attitude
• Interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
• Critical thinking, analytical, and organizational skills
• Valid driver’s license and means of transportation
• Will require travel to jobsites

Preferences:

• Advanced project estimator skills that include performing engineering calculations
• Experience with site work, concrete, paving, steel preferred and building construction
• Spanish is a plus, but is not required

Physical Requirements:

• Continually required to stand, walk, and sit
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Continually required to talk or hear
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate office and field equipment
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions
• Occasionally required to bend, stoop, and kneel
• Occasionally required to lift and carry items less than 40 pounds

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

About the Company:

MFS is an independent and innovative consulting engineering and construction management firm headquartered in South Plainfield, New Jersey. We share a total commitment to excellence both internally and externally. Externally, we offer clients expertise in site/civil, structural, geotechnical and foundation, survey, geotechnical drilling, and construction management services. Internally, to those eligible, we offer excellent benefit packages that include: Paid Vacation, Sick, and Holidays, 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Training, and Tuition Reimbursement. To learn more, please visit us on the web at www.MFSconstruction.com. MFS is an EEO/AAP Employer.

Notice to Third Party Agencies:

Please note that MFS, which is comprised of MFS ConsultingEngineers and Surveyor, DPC, MFS Construction, LLC, MFS Consulting, LLC and MFS Consulting Engineers, CORP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to the HR Department or any job sourcing ad of MFS, in the form of an e-mail, fax, or mail will be deemed to be the property of MFS. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request from MFS' HR Department, MFS reserves the unrestricted right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without incurring any liability (financial or otherwise) to the recruiter, agency, and/or staffing firm.