Lead Estimator

Job Description

Nature of Work

Come work with our client that believes in delivering quality craftsmanship while having fun along the way. Its group of construction companies prides itself on their 80 plus year history, Their employee ownership structure, and their competitive pay and benefits. From the moment you start working with them, they got your growth in mind. Our client believes working here isn’t just a great place to start your career – it’s a great place to watch it advance for years to come.

Provides and coordinates complete estimating services for project pursuits as assigned.

Must Have:

5+ years or more of construction estimating experience.

Projects, on average range $10-$40 million can go up to $100 million.

Diverse Commercial, Ground Up

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Takes active role in bid strategy throughout pursuit plan and proposal kickoff meetings for assigned projects

Compile, gain approval for, and carry out estimating project approach; implement quality control measures to ensure accuracy and completeness of estimates

Reviews proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate

Follows established processes and best practices in carrying out estimating assignments

Solicits subcontractor and supplier bids and interfaces with their representatives in order to receive response bids prior to bid letting

Establishes, maintains, and enhances business relationships with valued trade partners

Utilizes and supports subcontractor prequalification program

Maintains and improves subcontractor database through best practices for entering and updating subcontractor information

Ensures scopes of work are properly and accurately quantified for all bids and budgets

Computes cost factors and prepares estimates used for bidding and budgeting purposes including self-performed work; selecting subcontractors; and determining cost effectiveness and cost realism

Scopes and tabulates subcontractor and supplier bids for conformance with bid documents to aid in determining the value of the work

Utilize and assist in updating estimating software and conforms to established policies and procedures

Identifies opportunities for improvement in departmental processes, approach, and execution of estimating and preconstruction functions; presents recommended actions/solutions

Manages relationships with clients within ongoing assignments and as opportunities present

Analyzes and gathers cost data; organizes data into a useful format for use in future pricing and updates to cost database

Interfaces with other individuals in the organization to obtain support and commitment to cost estimates

Participates in compiling technical responses and qualifications for RFPs and RFQs

Exercises initiative or, as directed, performs additional duties to meet the needs of the organization

In addition to the above responsibilities, this position will be responsible for the following:

Monitors industry news sources, procurement services, and other sources to identify possible bid opportunities

Provides opportunity information and updates for CRM software

Assists with established risk assessment process

Responsible for subcontractor and supplier bid coverage on assigned projects including adequate coverage by qualified trade partners

Compiles preliminary project schedules including preconstruction and construction phases

Provides peer review of cost estimates on assigned projects, as well as review of cost estimates performed by more junior members of estimating project team

Owns the pricing and bidding process for assigned projects; reviews the work of others and ensures that quality control measures are employed consistently; analyzes risks involved with bidding process and consults / advises management team of the same

Identifies and analyzes industry cost trends and their effect on current and future projects

Prepares and conducts presentations to internal audiences for the purpose of explaining project specifics, review of estimates, and project risks/opportunities; assist in preparation of and participation in presentations to external audiences, including but not limited to clients

Coordinates, supervises, and trains assigned estimating staff to support developmental objectives

Reviews prime contracts and confirm estimates to adhere to requirements

Manages preconstruction efforts on assigned projects; coordinates the efforts of the design team on design-build projects

Qualifications

Ability to collaborate with and function well within a team-oriented environment

Knowledge of general construction practices and principles; Strong proficiency in reading and interpreting construction documents

Proficient in analyzing and collecting cost data

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Proficiency in estimating and CRM software

Experience with supervising or managing direct reports is preferred, but not required

Ability to prepare and present presentations related to project specifics, overview of estimate, and project risks/opportunities

Education

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree from a four-year college, university, or equivalent experience

Experience

5 – 10 years or more of related work experience preferred

May have supervisory responsibilities

Physicals Demands & Working Environment

Physical demands for this position are moderate. Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to do the work. However, there may be walking, standing, bending or carrying of items (25-50 pounds) such as plan documents, papers, books, parts, etc. There may be times of physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, climbing or similar activities. The work may require specific but common physical characteristics and abilities such as above-average agility and dexterity. Requires a good ability to see, hear, and speak

Standard project site environment may include machinery, parts and chemicals; may require protective gear

Full-time