Responsibilities:
• Oversees the preparation of detailed deliverables and presents information from a knowledgeable standpoint
• Responsible for maintenance of company bid lists and evaluation of subcontractors and suppliers
• Represents Austin in meetings with owners and architects to discuss design and budget issues
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with company policies as it relates to estimate reviews and other related items
• Detailed review of all documents including specifications for identification of onerous requirements
• Reviews RFPs and contracts to identify scope inclusions, contract terms, and risk
• Enhances relationships with key vendors (subcontractors, suppliers, architects, etc.)
• Assumes overall responsibility for preparation of the cost estimate. Reviews all aspects of the completed estimate for accuracy and appropriateness. Makes recommendations with respect to fee, mark-ups, and specified language to be used in the proposal.
• Evaluates the ability of subcontractors and company personnel to perform each work segment.
• Oversees the training and development of all estimators assigned to the department.
• Compiles cost data for incorporation into estimating databases

Requirements:
• Generally, requires 15+ years of estimating experience, including competitive bid and negotiated work as well as conceptual estimating
• BS/BA in engineering, construction science, architecture, or relevant discipline strongly preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Complete knowledge in building designs, systems, and construction materials
• Extensive knowledge of alternative materials, means and methods to aid in the identification of cost savings/value engineering ideas when costs exceed owner's construction budget
• Knowledge and specific expertise with all construction materials, means, and methods
• Strong math and technology ability with an analytical mindset
• Proficient in relevant estimating and quantity take-off software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to negotiate
• Familiar with team-based delivery and exhibits ability to lead a group of individuals to a common result

Benefits & Compensation

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan. We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)! To learn more about our employee-ownership structure, please go to https://www.austin-ind.com/our-company/100-employee-owned.

No Third-Party Inquiries Please

This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy. The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (i.e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).

Any unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to this Company or any of its employee-owners becomes the property of the Company.

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