Senior Estimator

Buttcon Construction

$110K — $140K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Engineering or Construction Management degree, or equivalent technical training/experience.
  • Minimum of 10 years in the ICI construction industry or similar.
  • Experience with Construction Management and Design Build projects required.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Project.
  • Proven track record of successfully managing tender closings.
  • Gold Seal Certification and LEED Accreditation are advantageous.
  • Knowledge of Procore and BIM software is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Study plans and specifications to clarify discrepancies.
  • Organize plans for display and website posting.
  • Complete pre-bid forms and set up summary sheets.
  • Solicit bidders and prepare sub-trade request lists.
  • Conduct site visits and document observations.
  • Identify risks and opportunities during tender preparation.
  • Prepare tender forms and comparison spreadsheets for divisions.

Benefits

  • Dynamic work environment in the construction industry.
  • Opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
  • Involvement in major projects and tender management.
  • Participation in a supportive team setting.
  • Access to ongoing training and certifications.
Full Job Description
About the Role

We are currently looking for a highly skilled, caring, and safety focused individual for our Team with Construction Management and Design Build experience. Reporting to the Vice President of Pre-Construction & Estimating, the Senior Estimator will be responsible for calculating major construction cost estimates, and planning, developing, negotiating, and performing contract execution for a project. The Senior Estimator is responsible to lead the Estimating Team through the estimating process and tender closings.

Responsibilities
  • Study plans and specifications clarifying location and document discrepancies
  • Confirm if there is a site visit and arrange attendance.
  • Organize plans and specifications for display, distribution posting on our website.
  • Complete pre-bid form and set up summary sheet.
  • Fill out bonding and insurance requests and submission.
  • Prepare sub-trade request list for estimating assistant.
  • Ask for owner / architects' budget, and do budget estimate reference, based on S.F, or historical data to confirm prior to bid.
  • Solicit bidders, prepare a sub-trade request list for distribution, and note special trades to be personally called.
  • Listing of special materials and calling for prices.
  • Deal with the RFI's internally and from sub trades and log.
  • Take off and extend all trades. This position requires a good understanding of division 2 (30) and division 3 scope of work and estimating. The ability to read and understand soils and designated substance reports are a must. The ability to conduct a cut and fill take off, excavation backfill, site servicing, and formwork and concrete quantities and pricing are a must.
  • Ability to work on unit-rate tenders and ability to perform take off in direct relation to the units.
  • Ability to attend site visits (personal vehicle is a must), take pictures, notes, and interacting with owner / consultant.
  • Ability to recap, price, and extend quantity take off.
  • The reading, understanding, and distribution off all addenda.
  • Ability to build a preliminary tender schedule based on the major and long delivery dates and review with our construction department.
  • Preparation of the closing sheet.
  • Ability to identify risk, or opportunity avenues.
  • Preparation of the tender form in advance.
  • The preparing of comparison spread sheets for individual divisions of work for closing.
  • The ability to close a division or more during a tender.
  • The ability to perform Class D, C, B and A budgets and interact with clients.


Qualifications & Skills
  • Engineering degree or Construction Management degree, Technical College diploma, or equivalent combination of technical training and/ or related experience.
  • Minimum of 10 years in the ICI construction industry or equivalent.
  • Experience in Construction Management and Design Build projects is required
  • Computer literate, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project.
  • Proven ability to successfully manage a tender closing.
  • Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods), industry practices, estimating/ budgeting, scheduling, and safety requirements.
  • Gold Seal Certified is an asset.
  • LEED Accredited is an asset.
  • Procore and BIM software knowledge is an asset.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to analyze and develop solutions to complex issues.
  • Analytical and strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
  • Effective team leader.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize various tasks.
  • The proven ability to effectively manage and inspire staff.


The hiring range for this role is $110,000 - $140,000. The final compensation offered will be determined considering the candidate's skills, experience, qualifications, and location. Annual bonus opportunities are in addition to base salary.

This recruitment process does not involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring selections and decisions are made by human reviewers.

This posting is for a new position within our organization.

Interested candidates are to apply through the below website: https://buttcon.bamboohr.com/careers

While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration for the position will be contacted.

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