Ware Malcomb has an exciting opportunity for an Intern Cost Estimator. It is a unique opportunity to assist Ware Malcomb's existing estimator and project teams across the country in preparation and verification of construction estimates for large complex to smaller scope projects.

Responsibilities:

• Conceptual estimating experience - Must have conceptual ability to work with minimum information.
• Analyze cost data, unit prices, general conditions and general requirements costs, and information that can be developed and used as a “rule of thumb” for all building systems estimated costs.
• Preparing, verifying, organizing, and coordinating Request for Quote documents and schedules, utilizing schedule information to estimate General Contractor's and other items where schedule is important.
• Data input into estimating software program (RS Means)
• Quantity surveying, bid tabulation, and bid leveling. 
• Perform archive filing and historical cost data gathering.
• Assist with evaluation that GC estimates and proposals are complete, accurate, and well supported by recent pricing data
• Utilize Building Information Models (BIM) for quantity take-off and visualization where possible to support verification of a complete estimate.
• Evaluate subcontractor input for scope/cost inclusion. Identify scope gaps and overlaps and coordinate with other staff managing trades.
• Verify pricing within the estimate or proposal is complete and accurate, reflecting recent pricing data, subcontractor bids or budgets.
• Actively participate in estimate and proposal review meetings with architects, engineers, contractors, and owners and incorporate comments, feedback, and input into revised estimates or proposals.
• Prepare comparison analysis to previous estimates or previous projects and develop a clear and concise message to explain the variances for each of the project stakeholders.
• Provide variance reports for each milestone estimate to communicate scope development.

Qualifications:

• Obtaining Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Construction or similar, plus previous experience as an Estimator for commercial construction projects.
• Experience with full project scoping, estimating, and bidding – civil, structural/envelope, finishes, MEP/FP, building equipment and specialties.
• Knowledge of building/general construction/civil construction practices, means and methods, materials, systems, market conditions, and standard industry practices.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction documents.
• Ability to collaborate, communicate efficiently, and function well within a team-oriented environment – including internal staff, consultant teams, client representatives, contractors, and jurisdictional representatives.
• Strong computer skills and a familiarity with Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite, and RS Means estimating software. Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud, Procore, or other estimating programs is a plus.
• Must be able to work concurrently on different projects in varying phases of development and meet established deadlines.