Senior Construction Estimator - Commercial Construction

Description

• Propose cost-effective alternatives and value engineering solutions without compromising project quality.
• Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Review subcontractor and supplier bids using “Building Connected” software.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of unit costs, labor rates, and historical project data to enhance the accuracy of future estimates.
• Negotiate pricing and scopes of work to ensure competitiveness and compliance with project requirements.
• Conduct thorough analysis of drawings, specifications, and other project documentation to determine the full scope of work and identify potential risks or cost-saving opportunities.
• Assess potential risk factors that could impact project costs or timelines, developing mitigation strategies and advising management.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor services.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct on-site visits to gather additional data and insights relevant to the project conditions and constraints.
• Work closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and clients to clarify project requirements, resolve discrepancies, and present detailed estimates and proposals.

Requirements

• Expertise in construction estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, Building Connected, On-Screen Takeoff) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent ability to explain complex cost estimates and proposals clearly to clients, management, and project teams, defending assumptions and methodologies.
• MEP/FP estimating experience.
• In-depth understanding of construction methods, materials, industry standards, and local building codes and regulations.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Construction estimating experience in:
• Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM) and advanced estimating techniques.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for preparing proposals, reports, and presentations, and for effective negotiation.
• BA/BA Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, and 8 years of relevant commercial construction estimating experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future.
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Benefits

• Healthcare/Life Sciences
• High Rise
• This position is not hybrid nor remote.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance