Estimator - Chicago

Full Time
Chicago, IL 60606
Posted
Job description
Calling all builders, creators, and problem-solvers – Catalyst Construction Group (“CCG”) is seeking an Estimator to join our growing team of skilled professionals.

CCG is a full-service construction management and general contracting company providing exclusive and comprehensive pre-construction, design management, general contracting, and construction management services. We are committed to ensuring consistent quality across every aspect of the development cycle to deliver exceptional communities. Our depth and breadth of experience coupled with our vertically integrated delivery model allows us to maximize value and efficiency at every stage of the project delivery process. Our track record of consistent, outstanding execution sets us apart from the pack.

What We Offer:
  • Flexible PTO
  • Corporate Discount Hub
  • Industry Leading Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision and more)
  • 401k match 100% of contributions up to 5%
  • Annual Bonus
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Monthly Cell Phone Stipends
What You’ll Do:
  • Be a key member and contributor to the Catalyst Construction Group Pre-Construction Team.
  • Develop in-house cost estimates and pre-construction schedules for new ground-up, renovation, and capital improvement projects.
  • Initiate and review schedule of values and clarifications/assumptions via Catalyst Construction Group’s Request for Proposal process and deliver synopsis of findings and recommendations to the Pre-Construction Team.
  • Assist in developing Value Engineering ideas and provide pricing input during pre-construction, as well as construction phase.
  • Monitor labor and material cost inflation risk and advise as to timing or bidding strategies.
  • Participate in key bid scoping sessions as needed with subcontractors to ensure that project buyouts are efficient and cost effective.
  • Assist the Construction Management Team periodically during the construction phase (pay app reviews, change order reviews, etc.)
  • Gather, categorize, review, and compare construction costs for patterns across all of Catalyst Construction Group’s projects.
  • Assist with the management and formation of Catalyst Construction Group Documents, Vendor Databases, and historical cost estimating tools.
What You’ll Bring:
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred, or relevant experience.
  • 2-6 years of experience in the cost/schedule estimating and bidding of student housing, multi-family residential, and/or senior living projects.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and in utilizing cost estimating software such as DESTINI Estimator or equivalent.
  • Proven efficiency in quantity take-offs using a PDF scaling program, OST or similar software.
  • Effective multitasking abilities.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • A demonstrated self-starter who can contribute in a team environment.
  • Experience with negotiating cost with contractors, vendors, and designers.
The Catalyst Difference:
Catalyst Construction Group (“CCG”) is a full-service construction management and general contracting company, strategically established to further CA Ventures vertically integrated business model. Catalyst provides exclusive and comprehensive pre-construction, design management, general contracting, and construction management services to CA’s multiple business units.

About CA Ventures:
CA Ventures (“CA”) is a global, vertically integrated real estate investment management company with more than $15 billion of assets across the United States and Europe. We offer comprehensive in-house investment, development, and operational services, and specialize in a range of niche, commercial real estate asset classes including student living, senior living, multifamily, and industrial.

Get ready to build the future with a career at Catalyst Construction Group!

Catalyst Construction Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Catalyst Construction Group will not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes. Furthermore, Catalyst Construction Group will not pay any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement in place.

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