Senior Chief Estimator
4 weeks ago
Senior Chief Estimator
The Senior (Chief) Estimator leads/manages the estimating team and works with operations superintendent/foremen to provide technical expertise in all scopes of work needed to ensure jobs are measured, priced, and executed according to customer specs and within budget.
Responsibilities:
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Monitors portals, publications, databases, and/or groups to select potential jobs for bidding.
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Reviews prepared cost estimates and proposals.
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Reviews take-offs, organizes bonds and permits, and communicates with sub-contractors to determine the financial needs of completing a project.
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Identifies, measures, and tracks labor, material, and time for job costing and actual vs estimate analysis.
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Develops, maintains, and improves estimating process and Company work methods.
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Coordinates departmental efforts with other departments for continuous flow.
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Recruits, trains, retains, and manages estimating department, including conducting monthly direct report meetings to ensure team is focused on safety, quality, and productivity.
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Coordinates with the client on all changes in scope, questions, addendums, or clarifications regarding the work during the bidding process.
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Develops and maintains relationships with customers to stimulate repeat and/or referral business.
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Acts as a resource to operations during the award/start-up phase to clarify any issues regarding what was considered in the estimate, such as materials and methods of construction.
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Serves on management team and communicates concerns/issues/suggestions related to safety, personnel, culture, behavior, etc.
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Creates and monitors progress of job measurements, takeoffs, customer proposals, and work orders.
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Strives for continuous improvement by participating in training and educational events or courses relevant to the position, career path, or industry.
Skills:
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Three (3) years proven construction estimating experience; Civil Engineering or Construction Management a plus.
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Comfortability leading a diverse team toward a common goal including supporting, motivating, and disciplining subordinates.
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Experience with Agtek and/or Bluebeam is required. Building Connected, Construct Connect, Procore.
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Ability to read civil plans and develop cost estimates.
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Detail orientated with ability to pick out details within huge plans.
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Process driven with ability to pivot and adapt to each project/issue/challenge.
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Concrete, asphalt, base stone, or excavation experience a huge plus.
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Independent and innovative decision maker.
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Strong analytical ability, quantitative and problem-solving skills, and excellent communication/interpersonal skills.
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High energy, results oriented, team mentality with a strong desire to win.
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Ability to independently manage own work and that of team, and ask questions until resolution is achieved.
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Confidentiality and trustworthiness.
Apply Today Contact Tami Manker by sending your resume to tami.manker@gogpac.com
Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
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