Sr. Preconstruction Estimator, Digney York

Job Description

Digney York Associates, Sr. Preconstruction Estimator

Headquartered in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area

We are industry-leading hotel renovation contractors. Are you ready to join us?

Digney York Associates is the go-to renovation contractor in the hospitality industry. In our 35 years in business, we have renovated more than 100,000 guest rooms and gained national recognition for our simplified construction processes and people-first approach. We renovate hotel properties as if they were our own and deliver first-class service to our clients.

DYA offers a high-end, collaborative workspace inspired by our team-oriented people and the luxury hotel properties we renovate. Join our thriving group of project managers, superintendents, and hospitality professionals and experience the Digney York difference.

OPPORTUNITY SNAPSHOT:

As the Sr. Preconstruction Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in our organization's success by providing accurate cost estimates and preconstruction services. You will be responsible for developing and implementing standard operating procedures while defining best practices for preconstruction activities. This role is a unique opportunity to lead and shape the future preconstruction department, working closely with key stakeholders to ensure the success of our projects.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Plans, leads, and coordinates all activities associated with the overall budgeting, bidding, of a construction project.

Analyzes all project documents to determine the overall estimated cost of a project, and is involved with projects throughout the planning, designing, and construction or bidding process.

Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align preconstruction activities with overall company goals and objectives.

Monitor and forecast project demand to ensure resource allocation and scheduling are optimized.

Prepares cost analysis by capturing material, labor, equipment, subcontractor and overhead costs incurred in the installation of items.

Perform detailed construction estimates or budgets.

Build and maintain material and cost libraries.

Build and maintain a list of qualified subs and vendors.

Drafts the written proposal documents with bid qualifications, clarifications, and exclusions.

Performs quantity take-off (volumetric, linear, area), from project plans and specifications.

Obtains pricing from subcontractors/vendors.

Submit requests for information to A/E

Develop best practices for project handoff to project management colleagues.

A thorough knowledge of civil, structural, architectural, electrical and mechanical trades, informing a current and historical costing knowledge base.

Qualifications:

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred; High School diploma or G.E.D. required.

A minimum of three (3) years of construction or interiors estimating experience.

Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, relevant rules, regulations, standards, and all facets of the construction process.

High attention to detail.

Time management skills.

Desire to work in a fast-paced environment.

Continuous improvement mindset and dedication to defining best practices.

Possess vision and capability to see “the big picture”.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Working proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites, especially Microsoft Excel.

Experience with Salesforce and Procore preferred.

Interpersonal; decision making and problem-solving skills are necessary.