This position is part of Collage's Pre-Construction Team and will be primarily focused on estimating and bidding projects across Collage's various sectors, with a focus on transportation (including railway station projects around the country). A solid understanding of and ability to manage the preconstruction process is essential, and this individual will be expected to fulfill their preconstruction functions while also building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, designers, and our trade partners.
Essential Responsibilities
Assess bid opportunities alongside the Preconstruction Team
Attend pre-bid meetings and site walks to evaluate existing conditions
Study project plans and specifications to ensure adequacy for a complete estimate, submitting formal requests for additional information as needed
Perform quantity takeoffs utilizing Bluebeam and other estimating software platforms
Solicitation of trade contractor participation and assembly of bid packages
Secure and leveling subcontractor bids
Develop accurate estimates ensuring they reflect recent cost data or subcontractor bids
Develop project-specific General Conditions & General Requirements (GC/GR) studies with input from the Operations Team
Develop estimate schedules to support the logic of the GC/GR study
Lead final bid review meetings with the preconstruction and operations teams prior to bid submission.
Present and explain pricing approach to clients with minimum assistance
Complete bid forms accurately and delivering completed bids on-time
Lead the pre-operations turnover meeting involving multiple departments
Provide post-bid analysis of unit costs for various building systems, for use in future estimates
Lead a stand-alone estimate with minimal oversite
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field of study
3-5 years of experience as an estimating experience
Proficient in software (MS Excel, Word, P6, iSqFt, etc.)
Advancement, Compensation and Benefits
This position provides the opportunity for significant advancement within the growing company. In addition to salary, this position is eligible to participate in various other company benefits. Collage is an Employee-Owned company, offering an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) for the team. The company also provides a matching 401k plan, healthcare coverage for the employee, and a generous time off program.
Work Environment
This position is onsite at Collage's corporate headquarters in Lake Mary, Florida. The position will involve working independently at a workstation, as well as frequent group/team collaboration. This position is full-time, with normal hours (8:00 am to 5:00 pm), understanding that responsibilities of the position may require flexible and additional work periods.
Physical Requirements
This position could involve periodic travel to construction sites where duties will be performed both indoors and outdoors. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and other business machines. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk; Use hands to finger, handle, or feel; Reach with hands and arms; Climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and Talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Equal Opportunity
The Collage Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.