Senior Cost Estimator

1 week ago

Chicago, United States Unispace Full time

UniSpace

Role Title: Senior Estimator

Office Location: Chicago


Unispace is one of the world's leading Commercial Design practices. As a global leader in creating people-centric spaces workspaces through experiential design, we transform workplaces for the world's top brands. We’ve been involved in the creation of some of the world’s most iconic workplaces, including Hugo Boss, Verizon, and WeWork offices globally.


At Unispace, we believe in fostering work environments that inspire productivity, creativity, and well-being. Our core values are built on collaboration, innovation, and excellence, and we are committed to creating spaces that reflect these principles. Join us and become part of a team that is passionate about pushing the boundaries of design and technology.


Role Profile:

As a Senior Estimator, you will manage commercial Interior fit out projects from initial client meeting through the pre contract stage. This will include working with design development, estimating, technical evaluation, assembling documentation for tenders, contract agreement up to the point of hand over to the Contracts Manager who will undertake the build process thereafter.


Responsibilities not limited to:

Your primary responsibilities will involve leading projects from their inception, managing multi-disciplinary teams and agreeing contracts. The key elements of the role involve the following:

  • Lead and coordinate the estimating proposal from scope identification to final costing and submittal of proposal
  • Thoroughly review plans, drawings and specifications and develop deep understanding of all materials, labor and time required to complete the project.
  • Collaborate with project team in planning phases prior to project initiation
  • Review drawings and provide comments to highlight potential constructability issues; value engineering opportunities; and accurate scope of work. Spearhead any corrections/changes needed.
  • Budget and net profit targets met
  • Work closely with Managing Directors, Global Director, Delivery and local Principals to ensure budgeting and forecasts aligns with methodology.
  • Effective cash flow management i.e. negotiation of payment terms
  • Conduct comprehensive subcontractor bid process to ensure all subs are bidding on the same scope of work, project details, logistics, time schedules, etc.
  • Ensure project schedules are robust enough for estimating and purchasing to occur
  • Produce complete and progressive project budgets throughout the client acquisition process and as projects are initiated.
  • Present proposals and progressive budgeting to clients based on their needs and their presentation preferences.
  • Ensure project profitability, client satisfaction and quality subcontractors on each job
  • Effective client communication throughout the pre construction phase
  • Build and nurture subcontractor relationships which put our client first
  • Share project success stories and lessons learnt locally



About you

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction estimating, ideally with extensive commercial focus and an in depth knowledge and understanding of local market and subcontractors. Also you will have the ability to scope and analyse bids from all trades.


What We Offer

In return, you will receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including a pension, paid holiday leave, and travel opportunities across our global offices. Unispace values its employees and offers extensive rewards and recognition, career development, and a focus on well-being.


Join Us

If you are passionate about joining Unispace and contributing to some of the world’s most recognisable commercial design projects, then please apply through our careers page.

Interviews will be taking place at earlies convenience, with early applications being prioritised.

However, don’t let that put you off from applying, as all applications received will be considered.

We are deeply committed to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and sustainability. Our eco-friendly approach ensures that our projects not only meet the needs of today but also contribute positively to the environment. We strive to minimise our ecological footprint through sustainable design practices and the use of environmentally friendly materials.

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