Senior Estimator - Construction (Anticipated Opening)

Cumming Group

$104K — $139K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in relevant fields preferred or equivalent experience.
  • 7+ years' estimating or cost management experience required.
  • Experience with large-scale construction projects essential.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for client interaction.
  • Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with Windows applications needed.
  • Knowledge of estimating software like On-Screen Takeoff is advantageous.
  • Experience in pharma/life sciences construction is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed construction cost estimates from conceptual to final designs.
  • Research material and labor prices using various sources.
  • Collaborate with management to develop and expand customer relationships.
  • Build and maintain subcontractor/vendor and client connections.
  • Implement value engineering and set work breakdown structures.
  • Review and reconcile change orders with stakeholders.
  • Conduct detailed bid analysis and reviews.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance coverage.
  • Dental and vision insurance options.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with matching contribution.
  • Generous paid time off policy.
  • Paid holidays throughout the year.
  • Short and long-term disability coverage.
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
Full Job Description
We are currently looking for a Senior Estimator to join our team for an upcoming role for a pharma client. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a role where you will be on-site with our reputable client and exposed to numerous projects focusing on estimating, change orders, negotiations and cost reporting.

In this role, you will be a member of our highly reputable cost management and estimating team. The cost team delivers solutions to clients in the areas of conceptual estimating, budget development, cost planning, feasibility studies, value management, economic forecasting, milestone reports, pre- and post-contract auditing, change order review and reconciliation, BIM 5D cost modeling, LEED cost analysis, life cycle costing, and more. We encourage you to research us to learn more about our outstanding reputation within this service line.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Prepare accurate and detailed construction cost and project cost estimates from conceptual design through final construction document level design.
  • Research prices on material and labor using published documents, local conditions, market studies, etc.
  • Partner with management team in developing new customers and growing existing customer base.
  • Develop and nurture subcontractor/vendor and client relationships.
  • Provide value engineering services, set up work breakdown structure, and prepare task orders.
  • Review, estimate, and reconcile change orders, often with Contractors or a peer review Estimator.
  • Prepare detailed bid analysis and review.
  • Depending on need and ability, may be tasked with overseeing a specific base of clients.


QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management/Engineering, Civil/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Architecture is highly preferred. A combination of education and work experience will also be considered in lieu of degree.
  • 7+ years' of estimating / cost management experience.
  • Experience estimating on large scale projects.
  • Ability to interact extremely well with many different client types.
  • Advanced skill level in Excel and intermediate knowledge of Windows, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook.
  • Knowledge of On-Screen Takeoff and/or Success Estimating Software is a plus.
  • Experience in pharma/life sciences construction is a plus.


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The salary range for this full-time role is $104,600.00-$139,466.68 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements.

In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Employee Assistance Program

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