Estimator

Description

• Track and evaluate the time and effort required to produce detailed bids, helping improve efficiency in estimating processes.
• Collaboration - Works closely with the Preconstruction Executive and project teams to align on goals and deliverables.
• Support the Preconstruction Executive with bid preparation, vendor selection, proposal analysis, and quantity takeoffs.
• Problem Solving - Identifies potential risks or challenges and recommends practical solutions.
• Attention to Detail - Carefully reviews drawings, specs, and estimates to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Time Management - Balances multiple estimates and deadlines while maintaining quality.
• Build and maintain reliable vendor and subcontractor partnerships, ensuring accurate and timely pricing for equipment, materials, and services.
• Review owner requirements, specifications, and potential liabilities, and flag any items that may impact cost or risk.
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of estimating data through consistent updates, safeguards, and use of historical cost information.
• Stay current on construction costs, labor productivity, and market conditions through vendor relationships, trade publications, and other resources.
• Continuous Improvement - Seeks ways to enhance tools, processes, and accuracy through feedback and insights.
• Continuously look for ways to enhance the effectiveness and accuracy of the estimating function.
• Professional Integrity - Maintains fairness, transparency, and ethical standards in all estimating practices.
• Participate in job startup meetings and ensure approved vendors and subcontractors are properly solicited.
• Develop and refine cost assemblies and estimates for common project components and self-performed work.

Requirements

• Technical Proficiency - Skilled with estimating software and tools; experienced in takeoffs, cost assemblies, and bid packages.
• Analytical Thinking - Uses logic and critical thinking to interpret documents, assess scopes, and evaluate proposals.
• 4 year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a similar construction-related field.
• Cost Awareness - Stays current on material pricing, labor costs, and market trends to support reliable estimates.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience with estimating, cost control, and/or engineering experience in commercial construction markets.
• Communication - Clearly communicates with vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams to confirm details and resolve issues.
• True Partner: You thrive on collaboration, ask thoughtful questions, and are fully present and engaged with your team.

Benefits

• Parental leave for mothers and fathers
• Annual deposit into health savings account
• Employee referral program
• Free employee assistance program services
• Wellness incentives
• Skender pays 100% of the premium for health insurance (medical, dental, & vision)
• Retirement plan with 100% match up to 5% of gross earnings
• Free short- & long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement for continued learning opportunities
• Paid time off

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance