Senior Estimator

A Senior Estimator for Hedrick Brothers Construction is responsible for preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of full estimates on large and complex projects as required by client's documents and provides complete conceptual and total bid price.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares detailed estimates for all design stages: Conceptual, Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Documents.
• As lead estimator, manages the estimating team in the assembly and submission of bids to clients.
• Analyzes drawings and specifications to determine estimated costs.
• Develops bid packages including, but not limited to, front end documents, scopes of work, bid breakdown forms, site logistics, project schedule, etc. with input from operations.
• Manages the estimating team in the solicitation of bids to subcontractors and material suppliers.
• Develops subcontractor bid list and manages the estimating team to ensure adequate bid coverage for each trade.
• Review requirements of Requests for Proposals (RFP's) and delegate responsibilities to team.
• Prepare bid calendar and ensure timely completion of estimates.
• Develops and maintain subcontractor relationships.
• Seeks and qualifies new subcontractors.
• Prepares clear, properly formatted Bid Leveling Worksheets for each trade.
• Inspect project site prior to estimating. Verify plan versus site conditions and determine potential problems.
• Communicates with subcontractors on key issues including scopes of work, project schedule, addenda, and other bid information.
• Manages estimating team to ensure clear and concise flow of information and documentation throughout the bid process.
• Develops and manages request for Information and addenda issued during the bid process.
• Performs quantity take-offs of construction documents.
• Identify critical materials with long lead times that could cause delay.
• Maintain competitive bid history for statistical bidding.
• Consult with clients, architects, subcontractors, and material suppliers to formulate estimates, effect cost reductions (i.e. value engineering), and resolve issues.
• Develops detailed qualifications and clarifications summary with input from operations.
• Work with operations team throughout the preconstruction process in reviewing plans and specifications for constructability issues.
• Inform immediate supervisor of any observed inaccuracies or omissions in quoted items or computer database.
• Assists marketing in preparation of final bid proposal documents.
• Develop with Vice President and Marketing Director a strategy for budget and cost presentation to owner.
• Develop and maintain resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, government requirements, etc.
• Present and review project estimates with clients, designers, and operations teams.
• Conduct job evaluation on each completed job.
• Conduct project turnover meetings with project management teams for awarded projects.
• Uphold the highest standard of quality for all estimating operations.
• This position is responsible for the direct supervision of employees in the Estimating department.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 15 years' related experience required.
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business Administration or Civil Engineering preferred.

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office, On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, and Timberline estimating required.
• Reliable transportation and a valid, Florida Driver License required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to sit with back at a 90-degree angle for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to look at a computer for up to 8 hours per day.
• Full dexterity of wrists and fingers required with repetitive motions.
• Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull or carry up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to regularly lift, push, pull or carry up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to navigate a construction site including uneven walkways, crawl spaces, etc.
• Ability to occasionally lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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