Senior Estimator

2 weeks ago


Des Moines, United States Downing Construction Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJoin Our Team at Downing

Are you an experienced professional in the commercial construction industry with a keen eye for detail and a passion for accuracy? Downing is seeking a talented Senior Estimator with 7+ years of estimating experience and 10+ years of construction experience in the commercial construction industry. As a Senior Estimator with Downing, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of our projects by accurately estimating costs and timelines.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conceptual and schematic estimating for projects ranging from $500,000 to $40,000,000 across Downing's vertical markets
  • Collaborate with Clients, Municipalities, and Designers to gather project requirements and specifications
  • Prepare accurate conceptual budgets based on a high level of conceptual information
  • Update conceptual budgets at design development stage utilizing a combination of past cost history and subcontractor input
  • Develop relationships with key vendors and subcontractors
  • Manage database of projects and unit price past cost history
  • Review and adjust estimates as needed based on project changes
  • Potential to perform bid set estimating
  • Potential estimating oversight responsibility

Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of experience as an Estimator working for a General Contractor in the commercial construction industry
  • 10+ years of experience working for a General Contractor in the commercial construction industry
  • Strong mathematical and analytical skills
  • Proficient in reading blueprints and construction drawings
  • Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
  • Detail-oriented and organized

If you are a motivated individual with a solid background in estimating and a passion for delivering high-quality construction projects, we want to hear from you Join our team at Downing and take your career to the next level as a Senior Estimator.

About Downing Construction:

Downing is a leading design build construction company in the Des Moines, IA area, specializing in commercial construction projects. With over 50 years of industry experience, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional results to our clients. Our team of skilled professionals is committed to excellence in every project we undertake, and we take pride in our reputation for being the right solution for our clients



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