Senior Estimator/Preconstruction Manager
Hensel Phelps
Senior estimator managing project cost estimates and procurement strategies.
9 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Phoenix, AZ
Office Full-Time
Company Size
4,700 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Engineering
Architecture
Design
Technical Services
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Aviation
Education
Government
Critical Environment
Role
What you would be doing
project estimating
bid packaging
procurement strategy
risk management
pricing data
financial reporting
- Constantly computes, analyzes, and conceptualizes mathematical calculations and formulas.
- Constantly reads written communications and views email submissions.
- Organize and maintain accurate pricing data to support estimates.
- Identify, understand, manage and communicate risk.
- Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, phone, computer, and computer printer.
- Lead a team of estimators on project procurements.
- Assist in converting project estimates into project financial status reports, cost controls and labor recaps.
- Develop procurement strategies and follow through at bid time.
- Develop bid package schedule and manage bid packaging.
- Develop and maintain project estimates by sector definition utilizing Hensel Phelps estimating software.
- Develop new and maintain existing trade partner relationships.
- The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and office activity.
- Develop purchasing plan in conjunction with the Operations team. Purchase the scopes and write associated subcontracts.
- Develop new work opportunities.
What you bring
excel
primavera
autodesk
sage
civil engineering
5-10 years
- Exhibit excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Walking - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, boxes, cabinets, etc.
- Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel-based templates, ProjectSight, Primavera and AutoDesk Suite.
- Demonstrate proficiency in Hensel Phelps formats and procedures with the ability to train and develop other estimators.
- Light Work. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
- Rarely exposed to noisy environments and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
- Communicate estimate scope and pricing to clients. Able to purchase the scopes and write associated subcontracts.
- A 4-year degree in civil or structural engineering, architecture or construction management, or equivalent industry experience.
- Proficient at conceptual estimating using assembly pricing.
- Ability to write bid packages, subcontracts/purchase agreements.
- Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
- Physical Exam (if applicable)
- Local established relationships within the construction/AE industry.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Minimum of 5-10 years’ experience on large commercial construction projects.
- Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)
- Vast experience in various contract delivery types (i.e., hard bid, CM@R, Design/Build).
- Proficiency in computer skills and software programs such as On-Screen Take-Off, Building Connected, SAGE and Assemble.
- Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility
- Expertise in conceptual estimating and hard bid environments.
- Substance Abuse Screening
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Security clearance- verification of work authorization and employment eligibility
- substance abuse screening
- physical exam (if applicable)
- background checks for badging/security clearances (if applicable)
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Company
Overview
$7 billion revenue
Annual Revenue
Reflects the company's financial strength and scale of operations.
Top 20 Contractors
ENR Ranking
Consistently ranked among the leading construction firms in the U.S.
200 LEED Projects
LEED Certifications
Showcases commitment to sustainability and environmental standards.
- Founded in 1937 in Greeley, Colorado, it evolved from a local residential builder into one of the nation’s top general contractors.
- Now an employee-owned firm, it has grown into a multibillion-dollar builder delivering projects across the U.S.
- Known for its 'Plan. Build. Manage.' model, it integrates real estate development, construction, and facility services.
- It tackles major landmarks—airports, hospitals, data centers, water plants, courthouses—with sophisticated technical scope.
- It employs a collaborative 'Hensel Phelps Way'—blending people, process, partnership, and technology across every project.
- Its use of BIM and real-time cloud systems underscores its embrace of tech-driven efficiency and precision.
- Unusual for a construction firm, it is entirely employee-owned and has delivered over 200 LEED-certified projects.
- Delivering EXCELLENCE in all we do.
- The Hensel Phelps Way: People, Process, Partnership and Technology.
- Ownership: We take responsibility. As an employee‑owned company, we have a stake in everything we do.
- Integrity: We work with integrity and are committed to honesty, building trust and doing the right thing. We provide a workplace free from hazards.
- Builder: We are builders. We safely self‑perform our work while building teams, people, partnerships and legacies.
- Diversity: We embrace diversity. From our people, to our partners, to our projects—these differences strengthen our teams and our business.
- Community: We support our community. We care for our employees, colleagues and neighbors like a family.
50% Waste Diversion
Construction and Demolition Waste
Aiming to reduce construction and demolition waste with a 50% waste-diversion goal across the enterprise.
300+ Employees
Sustainability Accreditation
Over 300 employees have achieved accreditation in sustainability practices, enhancing the company's expertise in environmentally responsible projects.
100M+ Square Feet
Sustainable Projects Completed
The company has successfully completed over 100 million square feet of sustainable projects, showcasing its commitment to green building practices.
#6 Ranked
ENR’s Top Green Contractors
Recognized as the 6th top green building contractor by ENR’s 2023 ranking, highlighting the company's leadership in sustainable construction.
- Tracking scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions across project sites and offices.
- Increasing the ratio of hybrid and electric vehicles in our fleet; installing EV charging stations where needed.
- Developing and implementing a carbon-reduction management plan.
- Using material vetting processes to assess Global Warming Potential of concrete, steel and other materials early in design and procurement.
- Deploying tech that allows clients and design teams to select products based on Global Warming Potential.
- Supporting responsible water use and strategies to reduce water consumption.
Nine‑time recipient
ABC National Diversity Excellence Award
Recognized annually for workforce hiring, training, retention, and supplier diversity since 2012.
Twice the average
Women in Construction Hiring
Employer of women in construction at twice the national average, with leadership development programs and networks.
- Employee‑created DEIc forums in every region to foster discussion, mentoring, recruiting and advancement.
- Support for underrepresented minorities through HBCU partnerships and engagement with SHPE and NSBE; employee resource group BNet.
- Active veteran hiring and retention via Hiring Our Heroes, DOD SkillBridge, RecruitMilitary; ongoing support during deployments.
- Employment Opportunity Program and partnerships with re‑entry/rehabilitation programs to hire individuals exiting the justice system.
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