Senior Estimator

Evans General Contractors

The Role

Overview

Lead preconstruction planning, estimating, and client/subcontractor relations for industrial projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • schedule development
  • constructability review
  • value engineering
  • cost modeling
  • risk management
  • client relations

Tasks

The Senior Estimator is responsible for preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of comprehensive proposals on large and complex manufacturing projects. This often requires the ability to coordinate and lead the preconstruction effort with both in-house and outside resources. As a key role in our organization, the Senior Estimator is expected to build effective relationships with team members, external customers, clients, suppliers and subcontractors. -Develop and update project schedules to align with project milestones and client expectations. -Perform constructability reviews to identify potential issues and recommend efficient solutions. -Lead preconstruction efforts including strategic planning. Manage internal and external resources to develop comprehensive proposals including scope documents, conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, alternates, and schedules -Develop and analyze alternates & value engineering ideas including comprehensive analysis of cost, schedule and quality impacts. Effectively communicate value engineering options to client. -Ensure detailed scopes-of-work documents are developed. Review SOWs and coordinate with design teams to ensure project requirements are accurately captured. -Manage subcontractor procurement with operations team. -Engage in design review processes to ensure constructability and cost-effectiveness. -Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction and repeat business. -Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and vendor partners including outreach to subcontractors/suppliers. -Prepare detailed cost models, value engineering assessments, and risk management plans. -Collaborate with the leadership team to identify business opportunities. Identify new project opportunities through market awareness and industry relationships -Identify and evaluate project risks. Engage project team to develop and implement risk mitigation strategies. -Dedicate personal time to building relationships with current and potential clients & trade partners -Lead and participate in client presentations, proposals, and interviews. -Consistently holds themselves and others accountable to high performance standards, quality outcomes, professionalism and ethical conduct. Encourages continuous improvement, providing constructive feedback, mentorship, and support to team members.

Requirements

  • cost estimating
  • preconstruction
  • estimator
  • data centers
  • construction degree
  • leadership

What You Bring

-Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across multiple stakeholders -Highly-motivated leader able to set a clear vision, inspire others, and foster a culture of excellence. -Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, business/finance or related field of study is preferred but not required. -Sense of urgency and a high degree of personal responsibility, initiative and integrity. -Detail-oriented problem-solver with the ability to multitask and manage multiple projects. Ability and willingness to take calculated risks to achieve project goals. Able to lead project teams and clients to decisions with imperfect information. -Prior experience with warehouses, data centers, or mission critical is required. -Well-versed in cost estimating, design/build and design/assist project delivery, scheduling, and project planning. -Comfortable in fast-paced, candid work environments -Ability to travel to multiple job sites as needed -Minimum of 3-5 years of preconstruction experience within the industrial construction industry (5+ years preferred). -Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Communicates clearly and consistently with customers & team members -Minimum of 10+ years’ experience as an estimator for a commercial General Contractor; experience in Manufacturing, Life Science, and/or Healthcare preferred.

The Company

About Evans General Contractors

-Delivers high-quality projects and has a diverse portfolio, ranging from complex industrial facilities to residential and commercial structures. -Specializes in large-scale infrastructure and heavy civil works, including roads, bridges, and water systems. -Known for a hands-on approach and a commitment to customer satisfaction and project excellence. -The team is comprised of experienced engineers, project managers, and skilled laborers who manage each project meticulously. -Maintains a focus on safety and efficient project delivery, adhering to the highest construction standards.

Sector Specialisms

Manufacturing

Advanced Technology

Life Sciences

Food and Beverage

Cold Storage

Data Centers

Industrial-scale Food and Beverage

Packaging

Processing

Distribution

Refrigeration Facilities

Senior Estimator at Evans General Contractors in Savannah, GA