Position OverviewThe Chief Estimator is responsible for managing the estimating department, review of all estimates, assist in preparation of estimates, finalizing budgets, and communicating with operations for a seamless transfer of information on all construction projects.
Primary Responsibilities- Works with estimators and project management teams to develop sections of schematic, design development and construction documents including soliciting and evaluating subcontractor bids, scopes of work, reviewing project plans and specifications for various categories of work both large and small
- Leads estimating team with timely roll-out and execution of the entire estimate deliverable
- Conducts initial analysis of drawings and specifications to ensure required documentation is present and determine scope of work
- Develops full-scope estimates
- Critically analyzes bid documents and understand risk and opportunities and articulate those to management
- Organizes the bid team, providing leadership and direction with regards to means and methods, schedule, and strategy
- Participates in technical proposals for Alternative Delivery projects
- Creates detailed crew and production cost estimates and review prices with estimating team
- Solicits and analyzes subcontractor and vendor pricing input when required
- Attends project site pre-bid meetings, site tours, and post-bid interviews as required
- Develops unit costs accurately
- Performs technical/plan review when required
- Accurately assesses and plans takeoff workload
- Gathers and monitors actual cost estimated cost, maintaining project cost history
- Manages and maintains subcontractor database and subcontractor
- Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer's expectations
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Develops and trains new estimators
Qualifications- Proven experience as a construction estimator
- Good understanding of accounting and project management concepts
- Deep understanding of research methodology, data analysis and estimation metrics
- Comfortable with numbers and technology
- Exceptional knowledge of bid software
- Great attention to detail
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
- Well-organized
Education and/or Experience- 10-15+ years' experience in preconstruction/estimating and/or operations on commercial construction projects
- Bachelor's Degree in engineering, construction science or related field or equivalent work experience
- Able to read architectural plans and develop cost estimates
- Knowledge and efficiency in the following Software: Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Bid2Win
- Strong understanding of public works construction
- Must have good business written and oral communication skills and effective listening skills
- Must be fluent in English
- Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
- Strong customer service skills
- Able to multi-task and meet strict deadlines
Why JoinESOP Retirement Benefits are extended to all employees with participation after one year of service. A typical discretionary annual company contribution can range from 10% to 15% of your annual salary. 401K Retirement Benefits are extended to all Non-union employees. Health, Dental, and Vision as well as other supplemental health insurance. PTO and Holiday Pay. Opportunities for career advancement. On the job training provided to all employees. Work for an industry leader in various disciplines and markets.
Salary RangeUSD $150,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr.
