Estimator

1 Week ago • 3 Years + • Facilities Management • Undisclosed

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Job Description

The Estimator at Buena Vista Construction Company is responsible for generating various levels of construction project estimates (rough order of magnitude, conceptual, bid, and construct) for facility/attraction/show & ride modifications, renovations, and new construction. Key responsibilities include soliciting and evaluating pricing from subcontractors and vendors, partnering with construction management and field operations teams, presenting estimating approaches, participating in pre-construction reviews, evaluating subcontractor proposals for change orders, staying current with market conditions, and performing statistical research and analysis. The role requires strong communication and collaboration skills, proficiency in construction estimating software, and a deep understanding of construction methods, materials, and design interpretation.
Must have:
  • 3+ years estimating or project controls experience
  • Quantity surveying and cost estimating knowledge
  • Proficient in material takeoffs and labor resource approaches
  • Construction estimating software experience
  • Ability to interpret design drawings and specifications
  • Excellent communication skills
Good to have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering, or Management
Perks:
  • Health and savings benefits
  • Educational opportunities
  • Disney-provided extras

Job Summary:

Buena Vista Construction Company (BVCC) is a business entity within Walt Disney World that provides Construction Management and General Contracting expertise to support facility, show, ride enhancements, and refurbishments. The Estimator is responsible for producing various levels of construction project estimates in support of pre-construction and implementation. They will participate in project scope development, database comparison with actual costs, and review of contractor schedule of values. The Estimator will assist in the change management effort by developing estimates for pending items and change orders including analysis of detailed sub-contractor costs.

You will report to the Manager, Project Controls and Business Management, Buena Vista Construction Company

Responsibilities/You Will

  • Generate rough order of magnitude, conceptual, bid, and construct estimates for bidding of facility/attraction/show & ride modifications, renovations, and new construction.

  • Solicit and evaluate pricing from prospective sub-contractors and vendors

  • Partner with construction management, field operations, and scheduling teams to continue to evolve estimating metrics.

  • Present estimating approach in group settings with construction management, field operations, and scheduling teams.

  • Participate in pre-construction reviews and provide budget estimates as needed.

  • Evaluate subcontractor proposals for changes in project work in accordance with contract requirements and fair market values.

  • Stay current with market conditions and changes. Perform statistical research, and analysis, and support the production of departmental reports.

Basic Qualifications/You Will Have

  • 3+ years of experience in estimating or project controls

  • Proven knowledge and experience in quantity surveying and cost estimating for general construction including some experience in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing.

  • Proficient in performing material takeoffs and labor resource production approaches.

  • Experience using construction estimating software.

  • Knowledge of Construction methods and materials and the ability to interpret design drawings and specifications.

  • Demonstrated computer skills and ability to structure, coordinate, and optimally utilize items within a database

  • Confirmed verbal and written communication skills, effective in relationship building with teams, sub-contractors, and vendors

  • Demonstrated compassion and commitment to diversity and inclusion, including inviting diverse perspectives, supporting an inclusive work environment, and supporting workforce diversity.

Preferred Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering, Management, or equivalent work experience.

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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About The Company

From classic animated features and exhilarating theme park attractions to cutting edge sports coverage, and the hottest shows on television, The Walt Disney Company has been making magic since 1923, creating unforgettable stories that connect with audiences around the world. And we’re just getting started!

The key to our success…. The Cast, Crew, Imagineers and Employees who honor Disney’s rich legacy by stretching the bounds of imagination to create the never-before-seen, bringing unparalleled entertainment experiences to people of all ages. Begin a career that delivers unparalleled creative content and experiences to audiences around the world and just imagine the stories you could be part of…

What is #LifeAtDisney like? It’s a series of magical moments with cast members and employees developing and telling our stories in the most innovative ways. Whether it’s a day spent as a Disney VoluntEAR, or celebrating the release of a new interactive experience, retail product or movie, our days are filled with the knowledge that we are creating entertainment experiences the whole family can enjoy. Follow @DisneyCareers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for a peek behind-the-curtain, and discover how you could connect to a world of stories with Disney!

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