Gilbane Building Company
Estimator II
Gilbane Building Company, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
OverviewGILBANE has an opportunity for an
Estimator II
to support our office in
Boston, MA .
Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth? Estimators at Gilbane are heavily involved in generating estimating deliverables required on projects. We are seeking an Estimator II that will work closely with the Special Projects team and assist with multiple projects. This role will primarily sit in the office but may require travel to project job sites to meet with project teams and subcontractors.
Who are we?
As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time.
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Who are you?
You are someone who acts inclusively, shows empathy, and treats others with respect and dignity to uphold Gilbane’s core value of Caring and a “People First” workplace culture. You are a strong problem solver who demonstrates adaptability by collaborating with others and supporting team members to achieve excellence.
What’s in it for you?
Gilbane offers multi-dimensional training opportunities through several resources for those early in their career. Our award-winning Learning & Development department, Gilbane University, offers a variety of in-person and webinar-based training to help you excel in your career.
ResponsibilitiesAs an Estimator II, you will:
Produce quantitative surveys and accurate pricing for a project from its early inception through an acceptable working budget, GMP, or Lump Sum Price.
Coordinate project documents for the GMP and Lump Sum Bid project delivery methods.
Lead detailed reviews of civil, architectural, and structural subcontractor’s scope before the award of project contracts.
Obtain and present unit pricing data.
Outline clarifications and qualifications within an estimate.
Provide backup for estimates to be used during analysis and review.
Secure and contact sources for cost estimates for all specialty items.
Identify indirect costs and General Condition items within estimates.
Apply knowledge of unit prices and the material/labor component.
Establish and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive pricing.
Produce manpower estimates to coincide with construction estimates.
Compile complete estimate/bid package breakdown based on input from others.
Establish estimating protocols for specific types of documentation.
Manage the pre-bid and post-bid process for all trade contractors.
Create bid documents; identify and pre-qualify a database of bidders and generate bidder interest on a project-by-project basis.
QualificationsEXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
BS or MS degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or Finance.
3-5 years of relevant experience.
Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Use of Destiny software, On Screen take-off, and sitework software tools for take-offs.
Familiar with market pricing and trends.
Basic understanding of conceptual estimating.
Proficient in public speaking and able to lead large meetings with confidence.
Basic understanding of construction law, contract, and risk management.
Basic understanding of insurance.
Strong computer skills with proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to read construction drawings and understand specifications.
Ability to prepare and interpret specifications, analyze bids, and maintain procurement records and reports.
Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For Boston, MA this ranges from $90,000.00 - $123,800.00 plus benefits and retirement program.
Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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Estimator II
to support our office in
Boston, MA .
Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth? Estimators at Gilbane are heavily involved in generating estimating deliverables required on projects. We are seeking an Estimator II that will work closely with the Special Projects team and assist with multiple projects. This role will primarily sit in the office but may require travel to project job sites to meet with project teams and subcontractors.
Who are we?
As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time.
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Who are you?
You are someone who acts inclusively, shows empathy, and treats others with respect and dignity to uphold Gilbane’s core value of Caring and a “People First” workplace culture. You are a strong problem solver who demonstrates adaptability by collaborating with others and supporting team members to achieve excellence.
What’s in it for you?
Gilbane offers multi-dimensional training opportunities through several resources for those early in their career. Our award-winning Learning & Development department, Gilbane University, offers a variety of in-person and webinar-based training to help you excel in your career.
ResponsibilitiesAs an Estimator II, you will:
Produce quantitative surveys and accurate pricing for a project from its early inception through an acceptable working budget, GMP, or Lump Sum Price.
Coordinate project documents for the GMP and Lump Sum Bid project delivery methods.
Lead detailed reviews of civil, architectural, and structural subcontractor’s scope before the award of project contracts.
Obtain and present unit pricing data.
Outline clarifications and qualifications within an estimate.
Provide backup for estimates to be used during analysis and review.
Secure and contact sources for cost estimates for all specialty items.
Identify indirect costs and General Condition items within estimates.
Apply knowledge of unit prices and the material/labor component.
Establish and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive pricing.
Produce manpower estimates to coincide with construction estimates.
Compile complete estimate/bid package breakdown based on input from others.
Establish estimating protocols for specific types of documentation.
Manage the pre-bid and post-bid process for all trade contractors.
Create bid documents; identify and pre-qualify a database of bidders and generate bidder interest on a project-by-project basis.
QualificationsEXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
BS or MS degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or Finance.
3-5 years of relevant experience.
Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Use of Destiny software, On Screen take-off, and sitework software tools for take-offs.
Familiar with market pricing and trends.
Basic understanding of conceptual estimating.
Proficient in public speaking and able to lead large meetings with confidence.
Basic understanding of construction law, contract, and risk management.
Basic understanding of insurance.
Strong computer skills with proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to read construction drawings and understand specifications.
Ability to prepare and interpret specifications, analyze bids, and maintain procurement records and reports.
Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For Boston, MA this ranges from $90,000.00 - $123,800.00 plus benefits and retirement program.
Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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