Lead Cost Estimator

2 weeks ago


Bellevue, Washington, United States PCL Construction Full time

The future you envision is attainable.
At PCL, we don't merely construct buildings; we cultivate communities and careers.

As a Senior Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in our Seattle office, contributing to a team dedicated to executing significant projects and promoting professional development.

Key Responsibilities
  • Contract Review: Examine and interpret contract documents and specifications across various project categories, including hard-bid/lump sum, construction management, and design-build.
  • Schedule Development: Create critical path schedules with key milestones to guarantee timely project delivery.
  • Comprehensive Take-Offs: Conduct detailed take-offs for labor, equipment, and materials for extensive scopes of work.
  • Pricing Strategy: Direct the pricing approach for general expenses and project-specific needs for medium to large-scale projects.
  • Estimate Preparation: Generate as-bid estimates and devise trade buy-out strategies in collaboration with the operations team.
  • Client Engagement: Aid in the preparation and presentation of proposals to clients.
  • Risk Assessment: Perform risk and opportunity evaluations to incorporate into the project's risk register.
  • Tender Management: Collaborate with external consultants and oversee the tender development process.
  • Success Monitoring: Track and ensure that project-specific success criteria are achieved, providing innovative solutions to challenges.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent trade experience.
  • Gold Seal certification in estimating (CDN).
  • 12+ years of experience in construction cost estimating with preferred onsite experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead projects valued up to $250 million.
  • Strong grasp of construction methodologies, planning, and scheduling.
  • Extensive knowledge of bid preparation, trade procurement, and bid closing processes.
  • Expertise in contract terms and risk identification.
  • Exceptional communication skills, particularly verbal.
  • Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Highly adaptable to manage diverse workloads.
  • Collaborative team player with a supportive approach.
  • Mentoring mindset with strong interpersonal abilities.
  • Self-driven and resourceful with excellent organizational skills.

PCL is a premier, employee-owned organization committed to excellence in construction. We provide a dynamic work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to work on meaningful projects.

The PCL Companies value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering equitable opportunities and an inclusive atmosphere for all employees and applicants.

The salary range for this position is competitive and based on experience and qualifications. PCL offers a comprehensive total rewards package, which may include an employee share purchase program, discretionary annual performance bonuses, extensive benefits and wellness initiatives, retirement plans with matching, and career development opportunities.

We are committed to building success and a brighter future together.



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