Senior Estimator

Description

• Assist in presentation of packages and daily discussions with Project Executive of team during preconstruction phases.
• Actively participate in presentation, interview & proposal preparation
• Prepare preliminary estimates and studies during preconstruction, monitor design development cost trends in order to detect over-runs and potential problem areas.
• Develop accurate detailed estimates, including self-perform work, independently.
• Prepare detailed quantity surveys and conceptual cost estimates from the early conceptual phase through construction documents, including preparing variance summaries between estimates.
• Participate in the preparation of construction schedule for estimating purposes; request and discuss staffing requirements, and logistics plan with Project Manager.
• Perform constructability reviews with owner and architect.
• Understand the subcontracting process, prepare detailed bid package estimates per trade, and develop written bid packages.
• Prepare Site Management (GCs) and Temporary Site Services (GRs) estimates and review with Senior member of the project team or direct manager.
• Participate in the value engineering process as a solution provider by developing, presenting, and monitoring budget options log.
• Effectively negotiate for win-win outcomes.

Requirements

• Understanding of crew development to insure there are adequate hours and dollars incorporated into the project estimate.
• Has key knowledge and understanding of unit costs and the factors which affect both self-performed and subcontractor pricing.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, estimating software (Timberline or similar), and scheduling software (Primavera or similar).
• Bachelor’s degree within the construction field.
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively manage multiple tasks under differing deadlines.
• Careful attention to detail and resourcefulness in acquiring project specific information.
• Subcontractor bid / pricing solicitation.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to work flexible hours as needed or required by project or proposal deadlines.
• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus based on company profitability and your manager's assessment of your performance.
• Company-paid short and long-term disability plans, group life insurance, and AD&D plans.
• We are proud to be an employee-owned company. This means you get an ownership stake in BNB through a benefit called an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). It's 100% company-funded and is invested in BNBuilders stock. You can participate in this long-term plan after you complete 1 year of service (with at least 1,000 hours).
• Vehicle/Vehicle allowance, fuel card, and toll pass.
• 9 paid holidays each year.
• A 401(k) savings plan under which BNB matches the first 3 percent of your deferral with a 100% match and the next two percent with a 50% match for a total matching contribution of 4% of your pay. You are immediately 100% vested in all contributions (including BNB match). We provide both traditional (pre-tax) and Roth (post-tax) contribution options.
• Sick leave accrued at 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked with an annual carryover of 80 hours.
• Group medical, vision, and dental insurance, including a choice of two benefit plans - a PPO plan and a High Deductible/ Health Savings Account plan with company contribution to HSA.
• Paid parental leave.
• Untracked/unmeasured vacation.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance