Senior Commercial Estimator
2 months ago
Position Overview: We are looking to add an experienced Senior Commercial Estimator to our team. The Senior Commercial Estimator is responsible for preparing estimates of probable costs for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontracts for construction projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings, and specifications. This position will provide estimating assistance to all five offices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Estimate new projects diligently and accurately
- Review and analyze project specifications, drawings, and other documents to understand the scope of work
- Identify and quantify project requirements, including materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor services
- Estimate the costs associated with materials, labor, equipment, and overhead to determine the overall project cost
- Utilize cost databases, historical data, and industry benchmarks to enhance the accuracy of estimates
- Perform quantity take-offs of all construction systems
- Obtain and evaluate quotes from suppliers, subcontractors, and other service providers
- Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors and subcontractors to ensure cost-effectiveness
- Effectively communicate with project managers, architects, engineers, clients, and other stakeholders to gather information and clarify project requirements
- Provide clear and concise explanations of cost estimates to support decision-making
- Utilize construction estimating software and other relevant tools to streamline the estimating process
- Include and involve the field operations manager, safety specialist, and/or anticipated superintendent as needed throughout the estimating process
- Support the development, architectural, and construction team with preconstruction expertise, including value design, costs, project schedule, procurement, and project pursuits
- Assist the preconstruction team through developing and providing current and accurate conceptual estimates
- Support customer relationship building with owners by balancing the needs of the company with the customer expectations around schedule, quality, and cost
- Lead the project team through estimating abiding by and following the contract requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering or a related field preferred
- 5-7 years of experience in the construction field, preferably in a management role
- Experience with projects budgeted at $20million+
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Experience communicating with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure complete scope coverage
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook programs
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
- Ability to objectively coach employees through complex issues
- Must be able to handle confidential information
- Work well in a team environment
- Experience with Sage Timberline is a plus
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