Senior Preconstruction Estimator

2 weeks ago

Chicago, United States CareerBuilder Full time

As a Sr. Construction Estimator withGraycorConstruction Company, you will use your high level expertise to help secure work with current and new clients, meeting or exceeding our strategic and financial objectives.You will be given the autonomy to lead and deliver contract proposal estimates, post-award purchase orders and subcontracts on a broad range of construction projects, with a high level of detail and analysis. The Sr. Estimator will report directly to the Chief Estimator.

AtGraycor, You Will Have The Opportunity To:

Prepare detailedestimates at different levels of completion (conceptual, schematic, DD, CD, etc.) This includes determining labor, material and equipment costs formultipledisciplines. Calculatecomplete takeoff of scope of work and solicit pricing from qualified vendors and subcontractors.

Actively perform pre-construction services with Clients, Owners and Engineers. Attend pre-bid meetings to determine the scope of work and required contents for the estimate. Lead and manage multiplebid teams/ proposals at a time.You will also review proposal specifications and drawings utilizing the Company Bid Information System (BIS), as well as all other pertinent information to be submitted with the proposal.

Research, negotiate and prepare purchase orders and subcontracts for awarded projects, including obtaining the necessary insurance requirements. Prepare internal job setup documentation.

Participate in pre-job meeting with project management personnel.

To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Need:

Minimum of 6-8years of relevant construction estimating experience in various general commercial building markets. Our typical project portfolio includes retail mall development, entertainment/ recreational, hospitality/lodging, office, logistics/distribution and cold storage, manufacturing, and green/LEEDbuilding industries.

A Bachelor Degree is highly preferred, but not required. Degree in construction management, engineering or a related field is ideal, but we are willing to consider experience in lieu of degree.

Must be confident leading estimates of varying sizes and delivery methods (competitivebid, conceptual, design-build, and negotiated). Extensive knowledge of construction costs and engineeringprinciples.General familiarity of unit pricing for scope of work.

Our best Sr. Estimators have a strong attention to detail, organization skills and the ability manage multiple, competing priorities, and the passion to deliver high-quality work, often within tight deadlines.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact and maintain rapport with subcontractors and vendors, work well in teams, and communicate effectively with operations and business development staff. Must be able to confidently present proposals and lead pricing discussions.

General working proficiency using estimating and takeoff software, such asWinEst, On-Screen Takeoff, and Microsoft programs.

Why Build withGraycor'sGrowing, Dynamic Team?

Building Your Future is How We Build Ours. AtGraycor, we seek out those with the highest potential and provide an empowering environment with tools that allow you to take ownership in your career development.

Stability Means Staying Ahead of the Curve. Graycoris committed to continuous improvement and reinvesting in evolving technologies. To ensure stability, we have a diversified project portfolio in a broad range of niche markets nationwide.

We Are Family. This is why we have an intense commitment to Safety. We want to make sure that every member of ourGraycorfamily goes home each day to theirs. Our family-owned company also sponsors wellness and charitable events, casual employeeget-togethers, lunch and learns, and other fun social events.

Our Greatest Asset? Our Name. Reputation is grown over time. Our dedication to our people and building trust has enabled us to cultivate long-term relationships with our clients, our partners, and each other.

Join theGraycorFamily of Companies.

Were Building Something More.

ABOUT THEGRAYCORFAMILY OF COMPANIES

Established in 1921, theGraycorCompanies provide General Contracting and Construction Management services to a wide variety of industrial and commercial construction markets across the US, Canada and Mexico. As a top ranking industry leader,Graycorcommits to safe working environments, demands excellence and rewards passion.

As a diversified leader, we offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

For more information, visit our website atwww.graycor.com

TheGraycorfamily of companies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer
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