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Job type full-time
Full job description
The construction cost estimator is responsible for gathering information from construction documents about construction materials, equipment and labor through phone interaction as well as internet research from existing and developed sources across the countryThey will need to enter the acquired data into our database, and be extremely accurate with details including rate, start dates, sources, and integrate this data with other relevant engineered information.
Responsibilities:
Gather specific sets of data on a daily, weekly, monthly basis through phone and internet research in a prescribed time frame and efficient manner
Responsible for updating systems to reflect data gathered in an accurate, timely and routine manner
Research, data entry and update the cost of various construction materials, equipment and labor throughout the country
File rate sheets and documentation of sources, contact dates, etcIn an enterprise data collection tool
Assist in the editorial process as needed
Support for consulting projects as needed
Read and interpret architectural blueprint and specifications for relevant requirements
Experience pulling information from masterformat division related materials and work.
Qualifications:
2 or 4 year degree, or construction management equivalent work experience
1 to 5 years of construction estimating experience.
Cost certification by aspe or aace is preferred but will be required to obtain during first year of employment.
Excellent phone skills, and a desire to develop relationships with vendors and other construction related participants (architects, engineers, manufacturers)
The ability to source information in a positive and courteous manner
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in updating data sets and systems
The ability to manage multiple ongoing projects, achieve deadlines effectively and the knowledge of when to escalate issues
Solid skills with ms excel, access and other office applications
Proven success in a team environment with strong communication skills both verbal and written across a matrixed organization
Experience with construction-related cost information not required but is preferred
Experience in blueprint and specification take off an estimating
Ability to travel up to 20%
Fortive is a diversified industrial growth company comprised of professional instrumentation and industrial technologies businesses that are recognized leaders in attractive marketsWith 2017 revenues of $6.7 billion, fortive’s well-known brands hold leading positions in field instrumentation, transportation, sensing, product realization, automation and specialty, and franchise distribution.
Fortive is headquartered in everett, washington and employs a team of more than 26,000 research and development, manufacturing, sales, distribution, service and administrative employees in more than 50 countries around the worldOur team grows by tackling challenges that accelerate progress and further their careersWith a culture rooted in continuous improvement, the core of our company’s operating model is the fortive business systemFor more information please visit: www.fortive.com.
Gordian is the world’s leading provider of facility and construction cost data, software and services for all phases of the building lifecycleA pioneer of job order contracting (joc), gordian’s offerings also include our proprietary rsmeans data and facility intelligence solutionsFrom planning to design, procurement, construction and operations, gordian’s solutions help clients maximize efficiency, optimize cost savings and increase building qualityGordian is a part of the international business group fortive, with 26,000 people employed worldwide.
We offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and ltd insurance, hsa, and a 401(k) retirement planEoe/aa/m/f/vets/disabled
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