Senior Cost Estimator (Full-Time)

MBP

$80K — $100K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of cost estimating experience in construction projects.
  • Experience in the Architecture/Engineering/Construction (A/E/C) industry preferred.
  • Familiarity with general contracting, construction management, and risk management is beneficial.
  • Ability to explain technical information to non-technical audiences.
  • Skilled in interpreting construction plans and specifications.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and BlueBeam for quantity take-offs.
  • Experience in training and supervising others is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Execute quantity take-offs and pricing for various construction trades.
  • Prepare and deliver final documentation to clients.
  • Quality check estimates submitted by team members.
  • Review and analyze contractor estimates, focusing on GMP arrangements.
  • Lead or assist in estimate reconciliations with clients and contractors.
  • Develop and review change order requests.
  • Analyze post-construction cost data and assist in management of project budgets.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with potential for semi-annual bonuses.
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday schedule.
  • Comprehensive health benefits fully covered for employees.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions.
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
  • Support for further education through tuition assistance and student loan reimbursement.
  • Access to extensive training and professional development opportunities.
  • Wellness and fitness program reimbursements.
Full Job Description
Overview

Senior Estimator in Raleigh, NC, or the Mid-Atlantic region, with significant experience providing cost estimating on vertical and/or horizontal construction projects during preconstruction. Candidate will have the capability to lead a team of estimators in the preparation and submission of large, complex estimating deliverables. Additional experience in one or more of the following is desired: general contracting, construction management, CPM scheduling, value engineering, risk management, constructability review, claims analysis, and/or contract administration. Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Responsibilities

Main Duties:
  • Performs quantity take-offs and pricing for multiple trades.
  • Prepares and presents final deliverable documentation to clients.
  • Performs quality checks of fellow team members' estimates.
  • Performs, reviews, and analyses contractor and/or designer estimates, with specific experience in GMP arrangements.
  • Leads and/or supports estimate reconciliations with clients and contractors.
  • Develops and/or reviews change order requests.
  • Assists with development and/or analysis of post-construction cost analyses.
  • Manages project-related budgets and invoices.
  • Prepares project fee proposals.
  • Coordinates resources and project workload with other estimating project managers.
  • Participates in the training and development of junior estimators.


Qualifications

Skills and Abilities:
  • Significant experience providing cost estimating on vertical and/or horizontal construction projects.
  • Experience in A/E/C industry preferred.
  • Additional experience in one or more of the following desired: general contracting, construction management, CPM scheduling, value engineering, risk management, constructability review, claims analysis, and/or contract administration.
  • Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.
  • Proficiency in reading/understanding construction plans and specifications.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office software programs, including Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
  • Proficiency with BlueBeam and/or other quantity take-off software programs.
  • Experience providing training, supervision, proposal development, and business development desired.
  • Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Education:
  • B.S. in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant experience that equates to this degree.
  • P.E. license, Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Certified Cost Professional (CCP), and/or Certified Estimating Professional (CEP) certification preferred.


STATUS:

Full-time

BENEFITS:
  • Competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses
  • Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
  • 100% Employer paid medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits (for individual)
  • Health Savings Account with company contribution
  • 401(k)/Roth 401(k) plan with company match
  • Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Reimbursement
  • Numerous Training and Professional Development opportunities
  • Wellness Program & Fitness Program Reimbursement


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