• Job Description

  Req#: JR-10428

  Job Description

  DPR Construction is seeking a self-perform estimator to work within our self-perform Doors, Frames and Hardware (DFH) group. The ideal candidate will possess at least 5 years of experience in commercial construction, specifically specializing in the DFH scope. Experience with projects in our core markets of healthcare, advanced technology, life sciences, commercial, and higher education is a plus. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

  • Engage in preconstruction efforts for DPR self-perform DFH scope of work.
  • Produce complete and detailed estimates for many different project and contract types, each requiring unique attention to details and extensive communication with the project teams.
  • Create proposals with detailed specific clarifications, inclusions and exclusions.
  • Read and interpret bid documents, construction plans, schedules and specifications.
  • Provide constructability comments and creative construction alternatives. Attend architect and owner meetings for review of costs and ideas to bring projects in on budget.
  • Handle multiple project estimates on tight deadlines.
  • Track project data for historical productions and costs.

  Qualifications

  We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines. The successful candidate will possess: The successful candidate will possess the following characteristics and skills:

  • Must share DPR core values: integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness, and being ever forward.
  • Strong work ethic that delivers on promises.
  • Must lead by example: be accountable, reliable and organized.
  • Team player that seeks and accepts performance feedback.
  • Flexible, detail-oriented individual with the ability to manage multiple estimates while consistently producing quality results and meeting deadlines.
  • Solid understanding of DFH construction, processes, systems and codes.
  • Experienced in estimating labor, materials, equipment, general conditions, and risk.
  • Proficient in On Center estimating software: On-Screen Takeoff, Quick Bid, and DPC.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Proficient in Bluebeam.
  • This position is salaried.

  DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

  Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

  Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers .

• About the company

  DPR Construction is a commercial general contractor and construction management firm based in Redwood City, California.

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