Senior Estimator

Description

• Perform accurate and thorough takeoffs and conduct industry standard checks and balances.
• Assist in purchasing projects and be involved with the transaction to project managers and accounting departments.
• Provide analysis of each project’s potential risks and exposure prior to finalizing the bid or proposal process.
• Track awarded contracts as required and participate in post projects evaluations to enhance the ability to stay current with the historical database.
• Maintain knowledge of current market and pricing conditions.
• Review project specifications and drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, and communicate with designers to determine scope of work and required contents of estimates. Identify major components of bid and strategize to obtain a competitive edge over other bidders.
• Responsible for gathering, maintaining and updating the company’s estimating historical database.
• Provide conceptual estimates that are very detailed by anticipating the design intended.
• Mentor and oversee junior estimators, providing guidance on best practices and cost estimation methodologies.
• Visit jobsites to enhance field experience and learn new ways to estimate future jobs.
• Coordinate bids and other submissions of trade partners and suppliers. Be responsible for the entire bid submittal including obtaining appropriate bonding and / or insurance.
• Review and evaluate historical data from job reports, purchase orders, trade partners and productivity analysis reports and incorporate information into estimates.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in construction estimating, with a focus on commercial projects.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, MS SharePoint, MS Outlook and Adobe/ Bluebeam and Plan Swift.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience working with trade partners, suppliers, and design teams.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, labor costs, and market pricing conditions.
• Experience in Plan Swift a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Health and Dental Insurance
• 401 (k) Plan
• Other benefits package

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance