Commercial Construction Estimator Job at Ratcliff Companies, Baton Rouge, LA

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  • Ratcliff Companies
  • Baton Rouge, LA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

  • Are you a top-notch, detail oriented, out of the box thinking Commercial Construction Estimator that is eager for a new challenge?
  • Do you feel stuck in your current position and want an opportunity to become part of a team that feels like family?
  • Do you enjoy making an impact and feeling valued?
  • Are you open to travel between Baton Rouge, Alexandria, and Dallas, TX?

As an Estimator for Ratcliff Construction Company, LLC you will be responsible for pursuing and securing project opportunities. You would be a vital part of our Estimating team that provides shared services with our sister company, Ratcliff Constructors, LP in Addison, Tx. We are looking for top-notch construction minds to help us grow our 95+year old family-owned company.

Our Estimators must be organized, proactive, and forward-thinking individuals that compile bids in totality and lead bid day activities. This position works both individually and as part of our estimating team. Candidates must have a high level demonstrated excellence in managing the entire estimating process to include: setting up estimates in excel, preliminary estimating, estimating general conditions and self-performed scopes of work, management of negotiated and hard bid estimates, experience putting together high-end proposals, as well as compiling presentations for both internal and external clients.

It is critical that candidates have a proven ability to put together conceptual estimates that can be relied upon. The right candidate can understand all aspects and risks of a project and effectively anticipate issues and head off problems during the estimating phase of a project. Must have communication skills that allow for positive interactions with internal and external partners to formulate forward thinking plans that yield positive results. Must be able to administer complete project scope analysis, read plans and other plan spec documents to adequately perform job duties. Must be able to quickly analyze subcontractor and supplier pricing and verify scope of work including inclusions and exclusions and must have an in-depth knowledge of writing subcontracts, purchase orders, and reviewing owner contracts.

This position will work past project securement in our team atmosphere and lend support to our project teams. Estimators are involved for the duration of the project to address any issues, planning and scheduling that may have modified or faltered from the original plan. Must have strong interpersonal skills and good relationships with Private Owners and the architectural community to help build and maintain relationships to extend the Ratcliff network of customers & partners.

  • Ideal candidates will have a minimal of 3 years commercial estimating with a successful project portfolio to include projects from 5+ million, with preferred experience in projects from 25 - 50 million.
  • Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline preferred
  • Ability to travel to Ratcliff Constructors (Dallas) to provide assistance on estimating as part of our shared services model.
  • Experience with programs and software to include CMiC, ProCore, Primavera P6, On Center Takeoff, & Microsoft Projects preferred. Experience with Microsoft suite, specifically Microsoft Excel proficiency required.
  • Demonstrated leadership, communication, conflict resolution, organizational skills required
  • Understanding of cost estimating practices, development., and implementation
  • Ability to thrive under pressure and drive tangible results
  • Strong critical and innovative problem solving skills required

We are looking for an Estimator who will embrace our core values which include Teamwork, Positive Attitude, Relationship Driven, Excellence, Family Oriented and Professionalism. We are looking for solid candidates to join our team.

We believe that Through great relationships, we build great things !

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

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