Chief Estimator

3 days ago

California, United States ell Full time
Job Title: Chief Estimator

We are seeking a highly experienced Chief Estimator to lead our estimating team and develop accurate project budgets for our wet utilities projects.

Job Summary:

The Chief Estimator will be responsible for training team members in the use of estimating systems, ensuring the accuracy of all cost assessments, and overseeing the overall estimating process. This role involves assigning roles and tasks to the estimating team, preparing detailed estimate breakdowns, and identifying and assessing project risks.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assign roles and tasks to the estimating team, ensuring accurate calculations of scope, materials, and labor for each project.
  • Use approved costing methods, data, and systems to prepare detailed estimate breakdowns suitable for project management use.
  • Lead the preparation of comprehensive cost estimates, ensuring all costs—such as materials, labor, and equipment—are included for wet pipeline projects.
  • Identify and assess project risks, communicating them to the team.
  • Gather and analyze subcontractor and supplier information and pricing.
  • Prepare conceptual budgets with limited information and propose cost-effective solutions.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, design teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
  • Review general conditions, schedules, scopes of work, equipment, labor projections, and site logistics for each project.
  • Support the Project Management team by facilitating information transfer for successful proposals, assisting with work plans, and participating in site visits and project reviews.
  • Maintain up-to-date data on construction and material cost trends that may affect project budgets.
  • Participate in industry and community relations efforts to enhance the company's reputation.
Requirements:
  • At least 10 years of leadership experience in estimating, with five or more years focused on wet pipeline projects.
  • Bachelor's degree in project management, engineering, construction, or a related field is preferred, though equivalent experience will be considered.
  • Familiarity with B2W (Bid 2 Win) and Planswift is a plus.
  • Ability to break down complex construction operations into logical sequences of activities.
  • Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Proficient in reading and understanding civil plans and complex project deliverables.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain work product details clearly.
  • Valid CA Driver's License and good driving record.

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