Sr. Estimator

4 weeks ago

Louisville, United States Vaco Full time

Job Summary: The Senior Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and detailed cost estimates for construction projects, ensuring that bids are competitive and align with the company’s financial goals. This role requires a deep understanding of construction methods, materials, and market conditions, as well as the ability to lead a team of estimators, collaborate with various departments, and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Estimate Preparation:

    • Develop comprehensive and accurate cost estimates for a variety of construction projects, including residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure developments.
    • Analyze project plans, specifications, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
    • Identify potential cost-saving opportunities, risks, and project complexities.
    • Work closely with project managers, engineers, and architects to clarify scope and ensure all project requirements are included in the estimates.

  2. Bid Management:

    • Lead the preparation and submission of competitive bids and proposals.
    • Review and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids, ensuring alignment with project requirements and budget.
    • Prepare bid comparison sheets and recommend the best options based on cost, quality, and reliability.

  3. Team Leadership and Mentoring:

    • Supervise and mentor junior estimators, providing guidance and support in their professional development.
    • Delegate tasks effectively, ensuring that the estimating team meets deadlines and maintains high standards of accuracy.

  4. Market Research and Analysis:

    • Stay informed about current market trends, material costs, and labor rates.
    • Conduct site visits and attend pre-bid meetings to gather information necessary for accurate estimates.
    • Maintain and update a database of historical data, unit costs, and productivity rates for future reference.

  5. Client and Stakeholder Relations:

    • Communicate with clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to resolve any discrepancies and clarify project scope.
    • Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners.
    • Present estimates and bid proposals to clients and negotiate terms as needed.

  6. Process Improvement:

    • Continuously evaluate and improve estimating processes and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
    • Implement best practices in estimating and cost control
Qualifications: 
5-10 years of relevant experience 
Commercial construction experience required 

Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .

Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

  • the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
  • licensure and certification requirements;
  • office location and other geographic considerations;
  • other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

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