Senior Estimator

7 days ago

Houston, United States rand* construction corporation Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLove Where You Work

If working for a team of dynamic professionals that create award winning projects for some of the world’s most successful companies sounds exciting, rand* construction corporation is where you want to be. One of Houston’s best places to work, rand* provides a culture of excellence that offers unlimited growth. We are seeking a dynamic Senior Estimator looking for a company where they can learn and grow, and help to expand our reach of extraordinary client service.

What you’ll do: Our Senior Estimators are central to bidding and estimating, while outlining subcontractor scopes. In setting the standard for Estimators at rand*, our Senior Estimators maintain relationships with qualified subcontractors, ensure competitiveness in bids, and guide key preconstruction deliverables in the proposal process.

Why rand*? In addition to industry standard benefits of health, dental and vision insurance, rand* offers performance-based bonuses, 401K match, tuition reimbursement, and no-interest loans to qualified employees. We are proud to be named a 2023 “Top Workplace” in the USA by Energage and a Best Place to Work by local Business Journals year after year. Our culture of excellence has produced over 200 Industry awards for our quality of work. Most importantly, we love to promote from within. 80% of our Executive Leadership began their careers at rand* at entry level positions.

Essential Functions:

  • Develop conceptual estimates, bids and pricing analysis for proposed projects
  • Perform detailed quantity take-offs
  • Maintain bid log of documents, preparing detailed sub-contractor scope of work, and extensive follow-up (bid administration)
  • Develop subcontractor relationships and solicit bids
  • Evaluate bid specifications and drawings
  • Conduct site surveys
  • Develop budgets and RFIs
  • Maintain subcontractor qualified bidders list
  • Engage with marketing department and other internal teams during the proposal/bidding process by reviewing RFPs and bid documents and estimating project costs
  • Communicate with owners, architects, engineers, and project team
  • Maintain up-to-date expertise in systems, procedures, means and methods, computer programs, management techniques, code changes, etc.
  • Conduct research on latest construction materials, pricing, and trends

Qualified Candidates will possess the following:

  • BS/BA in Engineering or Construction Management recommended
  • 10+ years of experience estimating commercial construction projects required
  • Knowledge of architecture, engineering and construction
  • Strong ability to analyze project drawings, specifications and RFPs
  • Proven ability to multi-task in a high volume, time sensitive/deadline environment

Preferred Candidates will also possess the following skills:

  • Graduate degree in Engineering or Construction Management
  • Mastery with On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam Revu, & Microsoft Office software (e.g., PowerPoint, Word, Project, Excel, etc.)
  • High mastery in navigating and leading turnover meetings, close out reviews, and cost analyses
  • Strong Mechanical, Plumbing & Electrical experience preferred.

PHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS

This is a full-time role in our Houston, TX office.

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee.

rand* is consistently ranked among the best companies to work for, and we aspire to be the most respected and renowned builder for excellence, leadership, integrity, and unsurpassed value.

rand* construction is committed to ensuring an inclusive environment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer by providing opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race, sex, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQ+ individuals are encouraged to apply.


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