Senior Construction Estimator
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$132,000.00/yr - $155,000.00/yr

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Primary Function: We are seeking an experienced Senior Construction Estimator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction estimating, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. The Senior Construction Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate and comprehensive cost estimates for various construction projects, ensuring that all estimates are competitive and align with project requirements.

Typical Duties:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for construction projects, including materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Analyze project plans, specifications, and other documentation to determine scope and technical clarifications.
• Collaborate with estimators, DB engineers and company operations team to gather necessary information for accurate estimates.
• Review and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids to ensure competitiveness and compliance with project specifications.
• Develop and maintain a database of historical cost data for reference in future estimates, based on project production reports and field investigation.
• Monitor and update estimates throughout the project lifecycle to reflect changes in scope, materials, or labor costs.
• Provide support during the bidding process, including preparing bid packages and attending pre-bid meetings. Including some travel for site visits to gather project information and local resource availability.
• Coordinate scope of work activity coverage between the discipline estimators.
• Schedule development of key scope of work activities flow, through estimator input of impacts and durations.
• Budget development, following established processes in current software. Coordination with estimators, operations and accounting departments
• Train estimating department in the use of select programs.
• Assist in the negotiation of contracts with the operations team for the subcontractors and suppliers.
• Ensure all estimates comply with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience:

• Two-to-four-year degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or significant field experience and strong computer skills.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in construction estimating, preferably in a senior role.
• Proficiency in software (e.g., HCSS, Bluebeam and P6 Primavera) and Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in preparing estimates.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelAssociate

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionOther
• IndustriesConstruction

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