Estimator @ Birdseye

ABOUT BIRDSEYE

Birdseye, established in 1984, is an employee-owned, award-winning, residential architectural design and building firm dedicated to creating beautiful spaces through masterful craftsmanship. Evolving from our roots in high-quality building, woodworking, and design, we now blend innovation with tradition as our team of architects, artisans, and skilled tradespeople work together to build lasting works of art.

OVERVIEW

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our dynamic residential architectural design and construction company. This position is ideal for someone with expansive knowledge of building materials and the construction process, is attuned to market fluctuations that impact material prices and is an effective communicator and collaborative team member.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Estimating: A good estimate is key whether the client decides to choose Birdseye as their builder. Estimating involves creating estimates for custom residential projects with the goal of securing projects. Estimating is dynamic and estimates must evolve based on design changes as well as vendor and subcontractor quotes. To keep a project moving, estimates must be turned around quickly.

• Develop and Maintain Relationships: Strong relationships with internal teams, suppliers and subcontractors are key to creating strong, accurate, timely estimates.

• Maintain Estimating Database: Maintain and adapt estimating database using historical data as well as data sourced from vendors, suppliers and subcontractors.

• Attend Initial Site Visits: Join other team members on initial site visits to gain context and more accurately create an estimate.

• Presentations: Develop estimates into a client-centric presentation format and support Project Managers during client presentations.

• Create Change Orders: Budgets evolve based on design decisions and cost fluctuations, therefore change orders need to be created throughout the duration of a project. The Estimator will support Project Managers in creating change orders as needed.

• Support Internal Teams: Support other internal teams with their estimates as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

• A degree in Construction Management, Building Sciences or Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in construction estimating.
• Experience with estimating, project management and financial software as well as Microsoft Suite, particularly Excel.
• The ideal person for this role must be able to speak confidently to clients. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively is also key.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

COMPENSATION

The Estimator will earn a competitive salary ranging between $70,000-$85,000 (depending on experience) and the same strong package of benefits available to all employees including:

• Medical, dental and vision plan participation
• 4 weeks paid time off
• 6 paid holidays annually
• 401k company match
• ESOP benefits
• 10 hours paid volunteer time
• Employee Assistance Program

APPLYING
Send resume to jobs@birdseyevt.com