Cost Estimator

Job Description

SageWater, the nation's leading pipe replacement contractor, is currently seeking an Estimator to support our growing repipe business. In this position, you will be placed in a deadline-driven environment where quality and attention to detail are key and will be expected to produce accurate construction estimates and proposals for complex repipe & remodel projects for large high-rise and multi-family communities. The Estimator is responsible for managing the day-to-day project needs for hard bids, pre-construction, and budget and order-of-magnitude pricing, while multi-tasking and prioritizing project tasks.

CORE DUTIES:

• Analyze and inspect complex projects, plans and specifications to determine scope of work for plumbing, hydronic, fire-protection system replacements, and renovations in multi-family buildings including:
• Develop scope of work, produce accurate estimates (including performance of material take offs).
• Write detailed proposals which contain potential conflicts in plans and specifications from site conditions.
• Determine unknowns and exclusions, determine value-engineering opportunities, maintaining company integrity and accountability.
• Perform and/or assist in the generation of engineering deliverables (e.g., design drawings) for design-build proposals.
• Establish and maintain and/or implement standardized estimating software to streamline current estimating process and proposal writing.
• Work with purchasing department for accurate material pricing on a bid-by-bid basis.
• Work with sales team to balance multiple estimates and ensure high quality Client-focused proposals.
• Review and compare all subcontractor bids for accuracy and best price submissions.
• Maintain, foster, and develop subcontractor, design team, and Owner relationships.
• Tangential Duties/Support:
• Continued auditing and staying current with the installation requirements of all different pipe, wall construction, or other technologies deployed by SageWater.
• Develop and/or maintain standard operating procedures for each system we replace.
• Assist in compiling change order pricing.
• Produce, write, and oversee submittals and RFIs.
  

TO JOIN OUR TEAM, YOU MUST HAVE:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction, Construction Management, or related field.
• Extensive (at least 3 years) of experience as a full-time estimator.
• Extensive knowledge of industry best practices and Code/Standard requirements.
• Technical writing proficiency to generate detailed proposals.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, including Excel; competency in construction estimating and design software.
• Ability to travel to jobsites for site walks with Sales Team to determine accurate scope for proposed work, or to review existing conditions, as required.
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in Engineering, Construction, Construction Management, or related field of study.
• Experience with estimating software (e.g., RSMeans, Quotesoft)
• Professional Certification through Industry leader (e.g., American Society of Professional Estimators)
• Ability to generate detailed MEP engineering plans (drafting experience) preferred.
• Experience estimating projects ranging from $1 Million up to $100 Million.
  
  

SageWater IS PROUD TO OFFER:

• Flexible hours
• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
• 401k
• Valuable on-the-job training
• Long-term opportunity for career growth and professional development
  
  

SageWater is an equal opportunity employer. For additional company details, please visit sagewater.com

Company Description

SageWater is North America's pipe replacement specialist, with over 35 million feet of new pipe installed in over 100,000 occupied apartment complexes, homes, and offices. Our One Call Repipe solution is a unique, proven approach to repiping. Besides being more efficient and cost-effective, occupants can comfortably stay put during the repipe process.

Our One Call Repipe team takes care of everything from precise drywall cuts to pipe replacement to drywall repair and repainting. An onsite project manager coordinates all work, eliminating costly delays and supervision time by the property manager or homeowner.

SageWater operates nationwide; we are licensed in nearly every state and deploy a hub and spoke model to serve clients from our regional offices. In addition to our corporate HQ in Alexandria, VA, we operate regional offices in Philadelphia, PA, Raleigh, NC, Las Vegas, NV, Denver, CO, Seattle, WA, and Honolulu, HI.

SageWater is North America's pipe replacement specialist, with over 35 million feet of new pipe installed in over 100,000 occupied apartment complexes, homes, and offices. Our One Call Repipe solution is a unique, proven approach to repiping. Besides being more efficient and cost-effective, occupants can comfortably stay put during the repipe process. Our One Call Repipe team takes care of everything from precise drywall cuts to pipe replacement to drywall repair and repainting. An onsite project manager coordinates all work, eliminating costly delays and supervision time by the property manager or homeowner. SageWater operates nationwide; we are licensed in nearly every state and deploy a hub and spoke model to serve clients from our regional offices. In addition to our corporate HQ in Alexandria, VA, we operate regional offices in Philadelphia, PA, Raleigh, NC, Las Vegas, NV, Denver, CO, Seattle, WA, and Honolulu, HI.