Senior Estimator

Megen Construction Company

The Role

Overview

Creates detailed construction cost estimates, leads estimators, and manages bidding.

Key Responsibilities

  • bid coordination
  • risk analysis
  • takeoffs
  • database management
  • market pricing
  • mentor estimators

Tasks

-Coordinate bids and other submissions of trade partners and suppliers. Be responsible for the entire bid submittal including obtaining appropriate bonding and / or insurance. -Provide analysis of each project’s potential risks and exposure prior to finalizing the bid or proposal process. -Review and evaluate historical data from job reports, purchase orders, trade partners and productivity analysis reports and incorporate information into estimates. -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. -Track awarded contracts as required and participate in post projects evaluations to enhance the ability to stay current with the historical database. -Visit jobsites to enhance field experience and learn new ways to estimate future jobs. -Responsible for gathering, maintaining and updating the company’s estimating historical database. -Maintain knowledge of current market and pricing conditions. -Perform accurate and thorough takeoffs and conduct industry standard checks and balances. -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. -Assist in purchasing projects and be involved with the transaction to project managers and accounting departments.

Requirements

  • plan swift
  • bluebeam
  • ms project
  • construction estimating
  • bachelor degree
  • problem solving

What You Bring

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

Benefits

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

The Company

About Megen Construction Company

-Established with a dedication to excellence, the company has grown into a trusted name in the construction industry. -Excel in delivering complex and large-scale infrastructure, commercial, and industrial projects with precision. -Equipped with a strong reputation for completing projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. -Specializing in heavy civil engineering, the company is renowned for tackling challenging projects such as bridges, roads, and tunnels. -Broadened services to include residential and commercial sectors, offering comprehensive construction expertise. -Impressive financial stability has enabled sustained growth, reinforcing its leadership in the industry. -Proven expertise across decades, solidifying its status as one of the most trusted and reliable contractors.

Sector Specialisms

Education

Government

Healthcare

Corporate

Special Projects

Green Construction

Renovation

New Construction