Estimator IV - Senior Architectural Structural Estimator

Overview

Leads and prepares detailed construction estimates for concrete and carpentry projects.

Key Responsibilities

• cost estimating
• quantity takeoffs
• bid packages
• project schedule
• subcontract pricing
• team leadership

Tasks

-Attend pre-bid meetings to obtain project requirements and objectives. -Effectively communicate the scope of work, risks, and potential value engineering items for each major project at a bid review meeting with the Estimating Manager and/or officers. -Participate in project close out with Operations to review estimated costs versus actual costs. -Present final estimate at Executive Officer review. -Assign bid responsibilities to team members. -Research and utilize cost history in the development of labor and equipment production. -Provide technical information, change order pricing, and other forms of support as needed to Operations throughout the project. -Identify labor and equipment production for estimate items. -Identify and clarify project details with client, engineering, or architectural staff. -Collaborate with Subcontractor and Vendor Coordinator to contact suppliers and vendors for material and subcontract pricing. -Monitor progress of bid team to ensure that developmental milestones of the estimate are met. -Manage the bid team during the job turnover and buyout process with Operations. -Perform bid reviews with Project Team. -Could supervise and provide oversight for 2-4 estimators -Develop project schedule. -Review project plans and specifications to ensure all items are accounted for and plan is in place for execution of the project. -Remain current on trends, methodologies and best practices within the construction and cost estimating field. -Works independently and as an active team leader to plan and create detailed, clearly defined, and accurate project estimates. -Regularly visit jobsites to develop and maintain project familiarity and knowledge. -Evaluate subcontractor and material pricing and perform scope comparisons. -Perform neat, orderly, and accurate quantity takeoffs with no supervision or direction as required to build estimate items. -Produce proposals and assemble bid packages required by the procuring entity. -Lead the bid team with the estimate closeout process.

Requirements

• bachelors
• 7+ years
• leadership
• sage/timberline
• planswift
• analytical

What You Bring

-Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze information and data skillfully and reach sound conclusions. -Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. -Experience estimating across various construction disciplines including concrete and general carpentry construction. -Minimum 7-10 years' experience within the field of construction and cost estimating, including a minimum of 1 year within a leadership capacity. -Ability to work well under pressure to meet project deadlines. -Ability to establish goals and objectives to achieve project deadlines and monitor progress. -History of successfully working internally with an operational team and externally with engineers/architects, owners, and subcontractors. -Ability to work independently while exercising good judgement and strong problem-solving skills. -Excellent verbal and written communication skills. -Additional consideration will be given to those applicants that can demonstrate knowledge in conceptual estimating for design-build projects, the Massachusetts G.L. Chapter 149 Filed Sub-bidding rules, Federal and State prevailing wage rates, and any other trade expertise that increases their effectiveness in their estimating role. -Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field or the equivalent combination of education and professional experience. -Demonstrated financial acumen and understanding of the business implication of decisions. -Advanced knowledge of estimating fundamentals and conceptual estimating techniques -Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and stay organized while managing competing priorities. -Must possess a valid unrestricted Driver's License. -Experience with Microsoft Office, Sage/Timberline, PlanSwift, ISqFt or similar programs. -Ability to communicate with clients, engineers, subcontractors, executives, and individuals at all levels of the organization to effectively create and review project estimates.

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About R.H. White Construction

-From its New England base, it manages complex construction, renovation and emergency infrastructure projects. -Its financial strength supports large‑scale undertakings such as water treatment plants, power distribution, labs and cleanrooms. -Projects range across industrial facilities, commercial buildings, utility networks and water/wastewater systems. -Hands‑on services include design/build, pre‑construction, general contracting, mechanical piping, specialty concrete and rigging. -A fleet of advanced equipment and 24/7 response capability underline its readiness for both planned builds and urgent work.

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