Next 150 Construction, LLC is responsible for self-perform labor, operated construction equipment, small tools, material, and consumables. Next 150 Construction, LLC is a fully owned subsidiary of GIlbane Building Company. 

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Next 150 Construction is seeking an experienced self perform Estimator that will work closely with the Next 150 project management team as well as the Gilbane Building Company project teams delivering estimates for existing projects as well as hard bid estimates for new work.  The Estimator will work with Next 150 and Gilbane teams on multiple projects in multiple geographic regions.  Estimator will have the opportunity to assist with multiple projects at once with potential travel to the project job sites meeting with the project teams and subcontractors as required.   

Who are we?  

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more! 

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. 

Who are you? 

You are someone who acts inclusively, showing empathy and treating others with respect and dignity in order to uphold Gilbane’s core value of Caring and “People First” workplace culture. You seek to listen in order to understand and can convey information clearly. You’re a strong problem solver who can identify, prioritize, and implement alternatives for solutions, and you demonstrate adaptability by collaborating with others and supporting team members to achieve excellence. A self-starter who shows passion, commitment, and ownership all while delivering on business outcomes and driving results. You’re someone who identifies opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value-add solutions.  

Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship. 

What’s in it for you? 

Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through several resources for those that are early in their career. Our award-winning Learning & Development department, Gilbane University, offers a variety of in-person and webinar-based trainings to help you excel in your career. While managing your responsibilities, you will gain exposure to Preconstruction efforts, Project Engineering, and Project Management.  In addition, you will work under the direction of experienced Sr. Estimators and the Chief Estimator which provides you with opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. 

As an Estimator you will: 

• Have a self-perform estimating background including the trades below:
  • carpentry trades including rough carpentry, in-wall blocking, doors (includes door, frames and hardware) finish carpentry such as millwork & trim install & division 10 installation
  • concrete work including foundations, flat work, slab on metal deck, structure concrete
  • general requirements (general conditions) work such as temporary protections, safety, site fencing, barricading, hoist decks, etc.
  • procure pricing for trade appropriate equipment, tools and materials
• Perform on-screen plan takeoffs for the trades listed above
• Review project specifications
• Obtain vendor quotes through our Next 150 teams or direct with vendors as required
• Provide change order pricing to project management team
• Analyze project results upon completion and identify methods and strategies for future estimating improvement
• Produce quantitative surveys and accurate pricing for a project from its early inception through an acceptable working budget, GMP, or Lump Sum Price  
• Coordinate project documents for the GMP and Lump Sum Bid project delivery methods 
• Obtain and present unit pricing data 
• Responsible for outlining clarifications and qualifications within an estimate 
• Provide back up for estimates to be used during analysis and review 
• Secure and contact sources for cost estimates for all specialty items 
• Identify indirect costs and General Condition items within estimate 
• Possess and apply knowledge of unit prices and the material/labor component 
• Establish and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive pricing 
• Produce manpower estimates to coincide with construction estimate 
• Compile complete estimate/bid package breakdown based on input from others 
• Establish estimating protocols for specific types of documentation 

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION 

• BS or MS degree in Engineering or Construction Management 
• 3-5 years of relevant experience  
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES 

• Site work software tools for take-offs 
• Self perform estimating background is required (experience with take offs and estimates for concrete work including foundations, flat work, slab on metal deck, structural concrete)
• Basic understanding of conceptual estimating 
• Knowledge of Procore software 
• Strong written and verbal skills 
• Ability to work in a team based environment 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs 
• Understanding of Contract Document & Specifications 

Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.    
For Cleveland, OH, Columbus, OH, Milwaukee, WI, Pittsburgh, PA and Upstate NY this ranges from $76,000.00 -$105,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.
For Providence, RI and Glastonbury,CT this ranges from $81,000.00-$110,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.
For Chicago, IL this ranges from $85,000.00-$115,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.

For Boston,MA and Alirgonton, VA and  this ranges from $90,000.00-$122,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.

Next 150 Construction, LLC offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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