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Requires visiting prospective contract sites on regular basis.\nTravel: Periodic overnight travel required\nCore Responsibilities:\nEstimating and Bidding:\nOversight of Take-off processExisting conditions/temp provisionsSubstructure (single sided forms, deep foundations, etc.)Structure (structural concrete, system connections, etc.)Masonry (evaluation of labor risk)Improves take-off means and methodsMentors and coach Estimator I and Estimator II positions\nBid Card DevelopmentManagement of bid cards and scopes (gaps and overlaps)Improves bid card means and methodsMentors and coaches Estimator I and Estimator II positions\nEstimating ToolsSelection of estimate templateModify estimate template for project requirementsUnderstanding of value analysis log & generate itemsDeveloping estimates with ICATEvaluate and seek new toolsDevelop & maintain conceptual pricing guideDevelop & maintain productivity guide\nCommunicationExcellent subcontractor communication (knowing what questions to ask)Attend Design Team meetings & owner meetingsConstructability knowledgeGenerate RFI’sSchedule evaluationJobsite visits: production rates, constructability, schedule, time studies, etc.Marketing - interviews, misc. communicationsDeveloping training and mentoring programsPACE processConducting visits for Estimator I/Estimator II\nPricingCost history evaluationGeneral understanding of unit pricesSelf-perform pricingGeneral conditions, weather, hoisting, etc.Estimate developmentCD/DD estimatesSD/DD estimatesConceptual estimatesReviewing and approving estimatesBuilding/Room type unit pricingComponent pricingMEP pricingMacro level value analysisCrew production rates\nEstimate DevelopmentCompletion of all types of estimates at all levelsManagement of resources (internal and external)Expanded knowledge base of pricing, constructability, scheduleStrong presentation skillsManagement of estimating teamUnderstanding of contract types\nPursuit and Business Development:\nAssist pursuit team in understanding prospective projects and requirements\nResearch prospective clients\nAssist pursuit team in completing responses to RFQs and RFPs\nParticipate in pursuit interviews\nAssist with and participate in preconstruction meetings\nMcGough Self-Performed Work:\nUnderstand and perform quantity take-offs and assist in estimating labor production, materials and equipment\nUnderstand warehouse equipment, rentals, small tools, services and costs\nGather information, implement or assist in PACE preparation and projections\nScope bid materials (concrete, rebar, brick, etc.)\nAssist with creating Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules for our work\nScheduling:\nAssist field staff with creating CPM scheduling\nWork closely with field staff to update and distribute schedule as needed\nCo-lead Last Planner efforts in conjunction with field staff\nOther responsibilities:\nParticipate in company business development activities (client functions, design firm open houses, conferences, etc.)\nFoster relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants and subcontractors\nPursue new relationships with potential clients and design firms\nAttend and participate in project management and other company meetings\nAttend any training - personal and/or professional development - that is relevant to the position, including human resources management\nActively participate in company-sponsored events\nSupport and follow standards of work\nParticipate in Lean events and support the McGough Way\nOther responsibilities as assigned\nPhysical Requirements:\nThe physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nPosition involves sitting for extended periods of time at employee’s work station and during meetings as well as while traveling, either by plane or car. Employee needs to be able to lift up to 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects; dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly; and ability to distinguish between colors on graphs and charts.\nEmployee will be required to visit construction jobsites which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures. 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