Design Group

Life Science

PreconstructionEstimator,LifeScience

$0–0k Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Preconstruction Estimator, Life Science at Design Group. Skills: Construction cost estimating, Life Science estimating, Estimating software. Create and submit written estimates. Prepare construction and installation estimates”

What You'll Achieve.

Realize critical goals; Improve performance; Realize important goals; Optimize project performance

Industry & Context.

Life Science
Eligibility Requirements

Occasional travel for project visits or meetings, Willingness to travel for project requirements

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5+ years construction cost estimating experience focused on Life Science/Pharmaceutical estimating from conceptual stage through buyout, Demonstrated knowledge of estimating practices and procedures utilizing estimating software, Prior experience utilizing on-screen takeoff or bluebeam and estimating databases, understanding of CSI Estimating Format, Prior experience in gathering and utilizing historical cost information as well as a network of trusted subcontractors, Demonstrated ability to work effectively and meet tight deadlines, Demonstrated ability to understand project schedules, Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and manage multiple projects, Demonstrated ability to work in teams and gather subcontractor input for optimizing project performance, Experience working on large commercial/industrial projects (both greenfield and brownfield/renovations), Read and understand construction, installation, and I&C documents: details and drawings, Self-motivated individual with good written and verbal communication skills, Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Procore & Project)

Nice to Have

A willingness to travel for project requirements including installation and start-up activities, client and company sponsored meetings, trainings, industry related seminars, forums, and conventions

What You'll Do.

Create and submit written estimates

Prepare construction and installation estimates

Review project plans and specifications

Collaborate with design team

Offer cost effective alternates

Prepare cost estimates for jobs

Manage project from estimating to construction

Calculate estimated cost

Develop labor and material costs

Maintain working relationships with stakeholders

Develop and maintain relationships with trade contractors

Coordinate with construction teams

Strengthen client and team relationships

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work in teams with other professionals; Collaborate with the design team; Work in teams and gather subcontractor input; Coordinate with Design Group construction teams

Communication Scope

Good written communication skills; Good verbal communication skills

Process & Methodology

Manage project from estimating to construction, Plan, organize and manage multiple projects

Full Job Description

**About Us:** BW Design Group is a fully integrated architecture, engineering, construction, system integration, and consulting firm committed to helping our clients realize their most critical goals from Strategy to Commercialization. As the only firm born from a manufacturing technology company to become an independent and fully integrated firm, we combine deep domain expertise in the manufacturing environment with an approach that is built to serve the dynamic needs of our clients. Rooted in our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership, we cultivate the leaders who will define tomorrow and partner with our clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology industries to build the future of manufacturing and technology. Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world. **Job Description:** _Preconstruction Estimator - Life Science_ **Who You’ll Work With** You will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1500 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world-class professional consultant and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables you to realize your own success and fulfillment. When you join Design Group as an MEP Estimator, Construction, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. In this role, you will

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