The Estimator reports to the Vice President – Pre-Construction Services and has the responsibility for preparing portions of contract proposal estimates for one or more disciplines. Major Responsibilities: • Reviews proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate. • Prepares estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work. • Assists with making phone calls or running copies of documents, proposals, as needed. • Requests quotations; organizes, reviews and logs quotes received. • Maintains files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including accurate, current information on prices from suppliers. • Maintains database with current contact information for subcontractors and vendors. • Participates in estimate review meetings with design professionals, owner or owner’s representatives, when required. • Participates in project hand-off meetings. • Develops preliminary project schedules to aid in estimating process. • Delivers major bids, picks up drawings and other miscellaneous bid-related errands. • Maintains skills for software tools and technology utilized in position and within department. • Assists with cost control system set-up. • Communicates and reinforces the Company vision, values and goals. • Supports other department personnel as required. • All other duties as assigned. Position Background Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Administration, Engineering or equivalent combination of technical training and/or experience required. Advanced math and computer skills desirable. Construction field experience a plus, but not required. Ability to conceptualize the project schedule from project start through completion, including sequence/phasing of work. Knowledge of assigned discipline, estimating techniques and cost controls also required. Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems a plus. Please send your resume and a project list and a list of estimating software you are experienced with. Location: Honolulu Compensation: tbd Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Please, no phone calls about this job! Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests. hawaii