Senior Estimator

Collaborate in managing the bidding process including document control, solicitation of subcontractor bids, and plan center interface. Develop scopes and budgets that will provide the Project Managers with clear, comprehensive information suitable for review by the customer.

Senior Estimator manages and assists in the compilation of estimates for various projects and is responsible for cost accuracy. A Senior Estimator gives appropriate responses to the Owners requirements and maintains a high level of professionalism in estimating.

Primary Duties

• Collaborate in managing the bidding process including document control, solicitation of subcontractor bids, and plan center interface.
• Develop scopes and budgets that will provide the Project Managers with clear, comprehensive information suitable for review by the customer.
• Participate in the nomination and election of subcontractors for design-build subcontractor budget estimates.
• Update subcontractor database when necessary.
• Perform cost comparison and analysis as requested.
• Consistently update cost information in the database and procure cost information resources (i.e., reference books).
• Monitor and update computer-aided estimating software systems.
• Provide quantity takeoffs of any changes on the drawings between the permit set and the construction set.
• Work in a team environment to provide estimating assistance in whatever capacity to meet the needs of our customers.
• Work with Project Managers in the company to help them succeed in all estimating on their projects. This is about teamwork. This expectation is intended to foster cooperation throughout the company in all ways.
• Managing multiple estimates simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Participate in site visits and pre-bid walks with the team as needed.
  

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a drug test.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Proven experience running estimates from start to completion for healthcare or K-12 projects ranging from $1M to $20M
• Strong understanding of hospital and clinical building systems and requirements is preferred.
• Progressive Design Build (PDB) experience and familiarity with alternative delivery.
• Knowledge of Assemble, Revit, WinEst, Beck Destini, AutoCAD, and On-Screen Takeoff.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Team Player.
• Four-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or other relevant field.