Haynes Construction Company, established in 1962, is a second-generation firm providing general contracting and construction management services in various sectors such as academic, institutional, residential, healthcare, infrastructure, and retail markets. The company is well-known for its commitment to building affordable housing for nonprofit groups, with over 7000 units completed. Haynes Construction Company operates throughout Connecticut, including cities like Seymour, New Haven, Southbury, and Middletown.
Role Description
The Estimator, reporting directly to the Director of Pre-Construction, works with estimating team to understand project drawings and specifications and subcontractors and vendor proposals to develop budgets for multiple projects.
Responsibilities & Duties
Pre-Construction Responsibilities
- Review all documentation in order to gain a deep understanding of the entire project and its requirements.
- Assist pre-construction team in procurement, providing quantity take-offs, scope review meetings, and in issuing contracts and purchase orders.
- Visit sites as necessary for pre-bid meetings
- Prepare construction budgets by review of project plans and specifications including updates or changes
- Obtains bids from vendors and subcontractors
- Evaluates and level bids
- Resolves cost discrepancies
- Analyze and evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with vendors and subcontractors
Construction Estimator Requirements
- Previous working experience as a construction estimator for a minimum of 3 years
- Familiarity with computer programs such as Procore, Stack estimating software and Excel
- Good time-management skills
- Ability to multi-task
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Preferred Experience/Education
- BS in Construction Management or Civil Engineering
- Prior related experience with a Multi-family affordable residential and Commercial GC/CM
Preferred Knowledge and Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs (Specifically Excel, Word and Project)
- Proficient in estimating quantity take-off software