Chief Estimator Job at Clough (Cooma)

Job Responsibility

Assigns responsibilities for estimating team on each project
Reviews project plans and specifications and coordinates with the team to confirm complete scope
Identify risk issues and their order of magnitude
Solicit subcontractor and/or supplier information & pricing
Prepares instructions to bidders, bid form and other bid solicitation information as required
Performs and/or manages the quantity survey and pricing effort for internal budgets
Prepares conceptual budgets based on minimal information
Reviews general conditions, schedule, scopes of work, hoisting plans, site logistics and other exhibits
Ensures the flow of project information is maintained and documented
Reviews and/or manages the review and scoping of specialty contractor bids
Coordinates insurance requirements with Risk Manager
Maintains and communicates data on construction and material cost trends affecting project costs
Analyse alternate means and methods to determine the most economic alternative

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Administration, or equivalent related work experience
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Minimum of 10 or more years estimating or project experience in Construction Industry in a similar role – preferred
Experience working on large scale construction projects or other suitable projects works
Experience in all computer software programs used in estimating such Microsoft Excel, CCS Candy, STR Vision CPM and Primavera
Demonstrated ability to develop sound working relationships with operations management in the delivery of value added management information
Excellent communication, organisational and problem solving skills
A pro-active approach with the capability to adapt to changing priorities
Ability to effectively manage and train team members
Ability to meet deadlines and put in the time needed to get the job done
Ability to breakdown construction operations into a logical sequence of activities
Ability to work in a team environment
Possess strong mathematical and computer skills. Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Ability to professionally communicate the basis for individual work product when in a highly stressed environment
Effective oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational, interpersonal skills
Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies