Senior Estimator- Tecnico - Industrial Construction

Description

• Review project plans, requirements, and specifications to develop a comprehensive understanding of the project and develop the scope of work, labor, and equipment costs
• Prepare and enter estimate data in WinEst, including estimate breakdowns and alternates
• Coordinate building systems and schedules with Operations to plan and budget for safety on each project
• Assist with certain post-bid buyouts
• Review all estimates for accuracy, detail, and expectations
• Contact local building trades, subcontractors, suppliers, government offices, etc., to understand and verify local market conditions, trade practices, and costs
• Prepare trade partner bid proposal forms and bid recording sheets for assigned trades, evaluate trade partner input for scope inclusion, identify scope gaps and overlaps, and coordinate with other staff managing trades
• Initiate and participate in meet-and-greet presentations with subcontractors and suppliers
• Make decisions in a timely manner; understand when to involve upper management in decisions; assess the level of risk and consequences associated
• Visit project sites to evaluate existing conditions, identify and capture scope not included in design documents
• Prepare quantity surveys and unit pricing sheets for subcontractors’ completion and submission of unit price data
• Prioritize safety and communicate safety requirements to the team
• Understand the impact of general conditions and contract language; review with the project team
• Utilize conceptual estimating skills and identify items required for complete systems, even if not outlined on construction documents
• Prepare quantity takeoffs and pricing of scope either through self-perform production-based estimates or unit price estimating
• Prepare bid analysis scope sheets and review subcontractor cost proposals to ensure bid proposals are complete
• Project management of competing demands and meeting established deadlines
• Analyze manpower and equipment requirements for specific self-perform operations

Requirements

• Organization, quick creative thinking, and the ability to balance and prioritize projects with impending deadlines are essential
• Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedules
• Knowledge of On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, or similar quantity takeoff software is a plus
• Ten years of estimating responsibility is required for this position. Experience with formal presentations and supervising staff is helpful
• Conceptual ability, able to work with minimal information and quickly develop an understanding of owner/architect requirements
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited degree program in Engineering, Construction Management, Building Construction, or similar
• A qualified candidate will be able to compare and analyze various systems and related cost impacts, as well as possess solid leadership skills and the ability to coach direct reports
• Extensive knowledge of estimating documents and the ability to provide accurate qualitative and quantitative analysis of documents
• This position requires excellent conceptual estimating skills and the ability to identify items required for complete systems, even if not delineated on construction documents
• Must have the ability to communicate in a professional and courteous manner with clients, architects, subcontractors, suppliers, and project teams
• Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent computer skills are important, as is the ability to quickly learn, articulate, and apply new applications as the industry grows and changes
• The ideal candidate will be a great communicator with a strong track record of providing accurate estimating services
• Understand the clients’ needs to manage the process efficiently, ensure timely completion, understand local logistics/subcontractor and supplier market, and how BIM/LEED/LEAN can be best utilized
• The ability to mentally schedule and construct a building from drawings is essential

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards
• Competitive Pay
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance