Chief Estimator - Tunneling

Tutor Perini

• $250K — $300K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent extensive experience.
  • Over 10 years of relevant estimating, project management, or construction experience.
  • Minimum 10 years in tunneling or heavy civil project environments.
  • At least 5 years of estimating experience specifically in tunneling projects.
  • Proven track record in leading and supervising estimating teams for 5+ years.
  • Knowledge of HCSS, Primavera P6, and Procore or similar project management software.
  • Ability to travel 15-20% as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee all estimating activities for tunneling projects.
  • Conduct detailed reviews of contract plans and specifications for bids.
  • Supervise and mentor estimating personnel on tunneling bids.
  • Identify key items in RFQs and RFPs that require special attention.
  • Solicit and evaluate quotes from major subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Prepare comparison sheets using HCSS for project bids.
  • Ensure compliance with D/M/WBE requirements and create relevant plans.
  • Draft clear documentation for SOQ/RFP proposals and bid submissions.
  • Establish Joint Venture manuals and oversee bid setup in HCSS.
  • Collaborate with project teams to finalize bid item pricing and timelines.
  • Manage procurement and logistics timelines for equipment.
  • Maintain communication with owners, JV partners, and their representatives throughout the bidding process.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
  • Retirement savings plan with company matching.
  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
  • Paid time off and holiday pay.
  • Flexible work environment with options for remote work.
Full Job Description
Expected Salary range for this position is $250,000-$300,000 depending upon experience.

Frontier-Kemper, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking a Chief Estimator to join our office in Sylmar, CA office

DESCRIPTION:

As a Chief Estimator at Frontier-Kemper, reporting to the CEO, you will have the opportunity to:
  • Lead, review and sign off on all estimating activities for tunneling projects
  • Lead the thorough review of the contract plans, specifications, and other documents for the bid
  • Supervise estimating personnel assigned to tunneling bids
  • Identify major and unusual items in RFQs & RFPs
  • Solicit quotations from major subcontractors and suppliers
  • Prepare HCSS comparison sheets
  • Identify D/M/WBE requirements and prepare plans to meet the requirements
  • Develop clear write-ups and documentation required for SOQ / RFP type proposals
  • Prepare documents for bid and proposal submission
  • For Joint Venture bids, set up JV manual
  • Set up Bid in HCSS
  • Price-up bid items and review with project team
  • Timeline equipment procurement and logistics
  • Provide assignments and monitor take-off estimators
  • Maintain dialogue with owner's representatives, owners, and JV partners throughout bid process


REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar field of study from an accredited institution and 10 or more years of relevant estimating, project management and / or construction experience. Or 14 or more years of relevant experience if the degree requirement is not met.
  • 10 or more years of tunneling and or heavy civil project experience
  • 5 or more years of experience estimating on tunneling projects
  • 5 or more years of experience leading/ supervising estimating teams
  • Experience with HCSS, Primavera P6 and Procore or similar software
  • Willingness to travel up to 15-20%


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