Construction Estimator Job at Paychex, Largo, FL

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  • Paychex
  • Largo, FL

Job Description

The Estimator will use mechanical knowledge to prepare cost estimates for the Design team and Plan and Spec projects.

Primary Job Duties

  • Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
  • Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops.
  • Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments, or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
  • Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
  • Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
  • Prepare estimates for use in selecting vendors or subcontractors.
  • Review material and labor requirements to decide whether it is more cost-effective to produce or purchase components.
  • Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals for the duration of the project.
  • Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors.
  • Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures.
  • Establish and maintain tendering process, and conduct negotiations.
  • Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or to reduce cost.
  • Visit site and record information about access, drainage and topography, and availability of utility services.
  • Collect historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree required.

EOE

Job Tags

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