Commercial Construction Cost Estimator at J Kokolakis Contracting Inc – Bohemia, New York

Join the Kokolakis Contracting family where you are valued as an employee owner! As an employee owner you will accumulate capital for your retirement needs through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Position Summary

The Estimator is responsible for preparing sections of construction estimates including but not limited to the soliciting and evaluation of subcontractor bids and scopes of work, preparing take-offs, reviewing project plans and specifications for all categories of work. The Estimator must be a flexible and adaptable team-player, as well as have strong communication and client service skills.

Job Specifications

• Ability to read and understand Contract Drawings and Specifications
• Ability to manage complete bid process including general conditions
• Perform quantity take-offs, experience with OnCenter OST preferred
• Input take-off and manage pricing as directed, experience with Sage Estimating preferred
• Create tab sheets for subcontractor quotes and bid levelling for a complete scope
• Manage subcontractor solicitation
• Updating and posting plans and specifications to SmartBid
• Experience with Schematic and Design Development estimates for CM / DB projects. Ability to “fill-in” the blanks.
• Ability to compile clarifications, and supporting schedules (alternates, allowances, etc.) for a complete CM / DB deliverable
• Experience drafting subcontractor scopes or work
• Logical and organized approach to completing tasks and solving problems
• Must have a strong work ethic
• Proficient in MS Office, Adobe and plan viewing applications
• Other duties as assigned

Communication Skills Required

Must have strong interpersonal, verbal, written communication skills and the ability to present information to supervisors, groups of clients, top management, or team.

Experience Required

A minimum of 5 years in estimating / preconstruction

Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are approximately, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel

Estimators are based out of the Tarpon Springs, Florida office and travel to the job sites, pre-bid or client meetings as required.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction or combined Associates degree in construction with 5 years practical experience

Language Skills

Must be able to read, write and fluently speak English.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.

Benefits

• 100% Employer Paid Benefits for Employees (Medical, Vision, Dental)
• Competitive Salary
• 401k Match
• Company Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Cell Phone Allowance
• 3 Weeks PTO
• Holidays
• Volunteer Time Off
• Summer Fridays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid CPE/Dues/Licenses
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus
• Fun Culture & Employee Events

Kokolakis Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or age.