MN Builders

Estimator & Project Developer

LocationOakland, CA
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$110,000-$140,000

About This Job

An MN Builders Estimator and Project Developer is responsible for the development of schedules and budget proposals for residential and light commercial construction projects. This position requires the ability to effectively collaborate with Architects, Designers, Engineers, subcontractors, and clients. This position works closely with the other members of the Sales Development and Design teams and reports directly to the VP’s of Business Development. Duties will include, but will not be limited to:


ESTIMATION

Calculate sales and estimate hours and other expenses for use in future Project Development Agreements (PDAs)
Develop and maintain a cost database and track important metrics across the standard CSI categories for construction
Update pricing tables as needed with notes, photos, and pricing to aid in future estimates
Reverse engineer recent construction project costs to determine current unit costs for various scopes of work
Carefully read and analyze architectural and structural plans in order to communicate the scope of work to colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and materials suppliers
Summarize scopes of work by trade in plain English for use in future subcontracts
Write and distribute Requests for Proposals (RFP’s) to subcontractors and materials suppliers


PROJECT DEVELOPMENT

Establish consistent range budgets and rough order of magnitude (ROM) estimates at the conceptual stages of design
Develop scope of work documents, estimates & bids for construction projects
Meet with potential subcontractors for job site walk throughs
Solicit, analyze, and evaluate multiple offers and proposals from subcontractors and vendors
Prepare scope leveling worksheets to present to the Sales Lead or Project Manager
Prepare and send letters of intent to selected subcontractors and vendors
Build and maintain long-term relationships with vendors and subcontractors
Help to ensure that the proposals meet the owners' needs, specifications, budget, and schedule


SCHEDULE AND BUDGET DEVELOPMENT

Use MN’s Preliminary Pricing spreadsheets to develop initial budgets by area or scope of work
Use SAGE software to create prime contract budgets for projects
Use MS Project and/or Smartsheets to create project schedules


PROJECT ADMINISTRATION

Promptly handle Requests for Information (RFI’s) from the field team as needed
Assist Project Managers with change order review as necessary


Minimum Requirements:

5-10 years of work experience within the construction industry, preferably within the high-end residential market
Proven ability to manage multiple projects/activities in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment
Deep understanding of budget, based on the specific client’s needs
Excellent organization and communication skills
Attention to detail
Critical thinker and problem solver
Strong interpersonal skills and work ethic


Ideal Requirements/Software Experience:

Bilingual (English/Spanish)
OSHA Certification
Green Building Certification
Construction Project Management Certification
Sage Master Builder
AutoCAD
Google Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel, & Project


Attitude:

Self-motivated toward building to a high standard
Committed to the job:
Show up on time, do what you say you will do, and finish what you start!
Polite, appreciative, friendly, good-humored, and can-do!
Understands the concept of an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) and lives it!
Strives for improvement for self and company
Mentors others in their pursuit of improvement
Puts the team ahead of themselves


Physical Demands:

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 these essential functions.

Frequently stand or sit for prolonged periods over an 8-hour day
Often walk around job sites with uneven terrain where the use of safety glasses and hardhats may be necessary
Frequently communicates and must be able to exchange accurate information
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs


Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is loud
The work environment entails sharing a workspace with others and interacting with other staff
The work environment involves frequent exposure to physical risks, such as operating dangerous equipment or working with chemicals
Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or unpleasant odors while working on project sites
Chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm may be present at the worksite


Compensation and Benefits:

This is a full-time, in-person, exempt/salaried position.

After 60 days of successful employment, is entitled to participate in the following benefits:

Kaiser Health coverage for employees and family
Dental coverage for employees and family
Life Insurance policy
Mental Health Services for employees and family

After 90 days of successful employment, is entitled to participate in the following benefits:

401k with Employer matching
Paid Time Off
8 Paid Annual Holidays
Sick time
Bereavement time
After one year of full-time employment, from the date of hire, is eligible to participate in the following benefits:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. MN Builders is an equal-opportunity employer.


Job Type: Full-time


Pay: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year


Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan


Compensation Package:

Employee stock ownership plan


Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No nights
Weekends as needed


Experience:

Construction estimating: 8 years (Preferred)


Ability to Commute:

Oakland, CA 94607 (Required)


Work Location: In person

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