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Construction Estimator - Facilities Services - UTK

Position Number: 6279533
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Position Type: Facilities Management

Construction Estimator - Facilities Services - UTK
Knoxville, TN, United States

Job Identification: 3323
Job Category: Facilities Services
Posting Date: 06/05/2025
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 2040 Sutherland Avenue, Knoxville, TN, 37996, US

Job Description
This Construction Estimator reports to the Supervisory Project Manager with daily guidance and product quality control provided by the Lead Estimator. Under indirect supervision, this position facilitates and coordinates the development of accurate, timely and detailed material take-offs and cost estimates in the execution of construction projects at all University property and leased sites. This position assesses cost effectiveness of products, projects, and/or services and coordinates and/or participates in the coordination of project implementation as a member of various construction project teams. This position is expected to estimate between 150 and 250 projects valued at $8M to 12M per year for both in-house labor and contracted entities with $5M or more executed.

Responsibilities

Responsible for determining the cost of unique and complex construction projects such as repair and maintenance and/or renovation of existing buildings.
Develop rough order of magnitude (ROM) to detailed and comprehensive construction cost estimates needed to determine the level of funding required for construction projects
Supporting a project team, provides cost estimates at the various design phases (where applicable)
Calculates/estimates construction costs using RS Means, historical data and other estimation software.
Works closely with Project Managers to ensure the customer's requirements are understood and captured in the project scope.
Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues, including revising estimates to meet customer's budgetary constraints
Develops initial costs estimates given feasibility studies generated by the Planning and Design Group, developed by Campus Consultants
Surveying/reviewing requested project location.
Works closely with customers to assess their needs. Solicits and reviews estimates and pricing from vendors to verify.
Analyzes design, plans, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials and labor estimates.
Reviews data to determine material and labor requirements and prepares itemized lists
Computes cost factors and prepares estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work; selecting vendors or subcontractors; and determining cost effectiveness.
Maintains all records of estimations done. Contributes to team effort by sharing knowledge of past estimates.
Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
Analyzes completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine the reason for any discrepancies
Maintains currency of knowledge regarding relevant state-of-the art technology, equipment and or systems

Qualifications
Required Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED
Experience: 5-7 years of construction estimation experience
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Regularly reads and interprets plans and specifications.
- Must have the ability to multi-task and handle many projects simultaneously.
- Strong working knowledge of all construction crafts including electrical, plumbing and carpentry work.
- Create and maintain relationships with the campus community, vendors, contractors and co-workers.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Ability to work as part of a team or work individually.
Other Requirements: Valid Driver's license

Work Location

University of Tennessee - Knoxville, TN Campus
This is an on-site position

Compensation and Benefits

UT market range: MR09
Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here
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About The College/Department/Division

UT Facilities Services is responsible for the care and keeping of more than 300 facilities and utilities systems in and around Knoxville. As the University of Tennessee Knoxville's largest non-academic department, team members are responsible for facilities maintenance and repair, custodial needs, landscaping and lawncare, utility work, in-house and capital construction projects, facilities planning and design, environmental initiatives, pest control, campus event services, and facilities administration functions for both the flagship campus and the agricultural institute. The Facilities Services staff provides around-the-clock coverage to ensure students, staff, faculty, and fans have a consistent and positive experience every time they step foot on Rocky Top.

About Us
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees-the Volunteers-who uphold the university's tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.

UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee's flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy's largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.

UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices that attract and retain a diverse community and that support a culture where everyone matters and belongs.

The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as "Best Employer for New Graduates," "One of America's Best Large Employers," and "Best Workplace for Women," and has been designated as "Best Place for Working Parents" by Forbes Magazine.

Apply today and join the Tennessee Volunteer community!

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