Sr. Estimator / Manager - Commercial Construction

Description

This individual will manage estimates throughout projects, ensuring adherence to company standards, and will collaborate with leadership on construction methods and strategies. Additionally, this role involves engagement with departments like scheduling and operations, prioritizing and communicating project needs and constraints. The position offers opportunities for career development and mentorship for entry-level estimators, emphasizing continuous improvement and effective communication in both in-person and virtual settings.

A. Detailed quantity take-offs and organizing the quantities with unit pricing in production of an estimate

C. Communicate effectively with subcontractors and suppliers to clarify pricing information

B. Solicit bids and quotes from subcontractors and suppliers

D. Prepare estimate formats in such areas as general conditions, general bidding, quantity takeoffs, and bid analysis

• Participates in local Request for Proposal process
• Work with Project Delivery in writing detailed scopes of work for construction contracts to be implemented by Project Delivery
• Perform and/or lead others to complete typical estimating facets such as:
• Mentor and assist in the development of less experienced personnel
• Interact and effectively communicate with clients and team members
• Develop estimates utilizing Excel and Destini, WinEst, ACCTO and OST
• Participates with Project Delivery in one-on-one sales meeting and interviews
• Assist staff members with various special projects related to overall preconstruction and estimating efforts
• Prepare preconstruction schedules for proposed projects
• Grows and maintains strong network of owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors and vendors
• Work with Project Delivery in the Procurement of trade work
• Prepare estimates for a variety of contract types including lump sum, CM, design build, etc.
• Participates in design meetings and assists with overall project coordination /schedule

Requirements

• Experience in developing and implementing value engineering solutions to drive down costs while maintaining quality.
• 8+ years’ experience in construction estimating with a construction management or general contracting firm.
• Proven ability to provide pursuit leadership.
• Working knowledge of trades: scope, time frames, field execution and potential risks/exposures.
• Demonstrate understanding and knowledge about estimating processes and delivery methods.
• Experience in effectively leading preconstruction teams to win work.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or equivalent professional experience.
• Market experience is preferred, but not all required in Healthcare, Higher Education, Sports/Entertainment, Commercial, Municipal and Hospitality.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance