POSITION SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a Multifamily Senior Estimator to provide preconstruction services to the Project Execution team by providing the daily technical support (or direction if needed) of the due diligence, design, schedule, and estimate preparation for multiple preconstruction projects in collaboration with the Project Manager and with the guidance of the supervisor(s); leveraging the time of the Project Execution team. Provide preconstruction services to the Business Development (Sales) team by assisting with the overall sales strategy for qualified leads/opportunities; including preparation of conceptual designs, budgets, and schedules. In addition, provide management assistance to the leader of various corporate business responsibilities/initiatives.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Sales Assist

• Provide resources to maintain an increased opportunity pipeline and to efficiently advance preconstruction projects through it. Increase throughput by managing multiple opportunities directly and through delegation.
• Assist in the strategy creation for all cost estimates.
• Prepare cost estimate and technical portion of a sales proposal.
• Manage and/or Prepare technical specification for sales proposal.
• Assist Project Manager and/or Business Developer in maintaining accurate updates of opportunities/leads data in CRM as new information is determined and prior to end of each month.

Preconstruction Services

• Provide leverage for Project Execution resources during the preconstruction phase of multiple projects.
• Assist in the strategy creation for all cost estimates.
• Collaborate with Project Manager on delegation of specific preconstruction responsibilities and insure these roles are being executed.
• Manage and/or prepare all cost estimates (conceptual and/or detailed).
• Collaborate with Project Manager to provide value added services to customer including value engineering, life cycle analysis, and/or alternate solutions in keeping with industry best practices.
• Collaborate with Project Manager to manage or direct project design.
• Manage and/or Prepare bid documents (ITB, SOW, Bid Forms, etc.).
• Manage and/or Prepare bid tabulations/analysis.
• Review and qualify bids for completeness based on scope of work.
• Ensure every project estimate has been critiqued by a knowledgeable peer in the Construction group.

Customer Relations

• Foster client relationships
• Meet or exceed customer expectations while achieving company benchmarks and upholding Corporate Beliefs.

Department Needs

• Continuous pursuit of process improvement strategies.
• Develop and/or maintain tools required to perform department tasks; master estimate, project databases, cost databases, bid document templates, etc.
• Mentor Assistant Preconstruction Managers/Project Engineers/Project Technicians

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S. or B.A. in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or Equivalent field, from an accredited College or University.
• 8+ years recent multifamily preconstruction and estimating experience.
• Customer relationship management experience and skills required.
• Geographic relevant experience preferred (southwest Ohio market).
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Work, Project, and Excel; Procore; Abode Acrobat; Bluebeam (or similar onscreen take-off software); Viewpoint (or similar accounting software); and basic knowledge of Web Conferencing (GoToMeeting, etc.); AutoCAD (or similar CAD software), and file sharing software (Dropbox, etc.).
• Proficient knowledge in construction estimating and project management.

ATTENDANCE

Regular attendance is required during normal company work hours. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer a suite of benefits, including but not limited to: flexible working arrangements, generous paid vacation increasing with service, parental leave, and employer paid short-term disability, health insurance, 401(k) match, wellbeing program, and support through our employee assistant program. Please visit our best-in-class benefits webpage for more details.

Miller Valentine is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

THE MV WAY

We are builders. By definition, we create by assembling the right components, whether they are designs, materials, workforces, or ideas. We thrive in a physical world, where our diverse team of experts join forces to construct the dreams, innovations, and experiences sought by those we serve. Its a world we've excelled in for nearly 60 years.

Our clients, associates, and community partners expect Miller Valentine to deliver the highest quality, innovative designs, structures, and opportunities possible. Its a huge responsibility, but one we eagerly welcome. Our pledge to exceed those expectations makes our organization an exceptional place to contribute, learn, and collaborate. If that sounds like a part of your dream job, sign up to be a part of our world.

OUR CULTURE & VALUES

We are open and HONEST. Our relationships are built on trust and thrive on communication.

We hold ourselves and each other ACCOUNTABLE; united by our commitment to the team and to the customer.

We are people on the front lines, ensuring the SAFETY of our teammates and the success of every project.

We are building a place where ideas are born; diversity is celebrated, and CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT is the only path.

We are PASSIONATE. About our work. About having fun. And about becoming a better, smarter, stronger version of ourselves.