Senior Estimator - Construction

Erickson Hall Construction Company

• $95K — $115K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience estimating commercial and/or public works construction projects.
  • Strong knowledge of current construction methods, materials, and regulations.
  • Ability to work under pressure and coordinate multiple activities efficiently.
  • Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
  • Proficient computer skills are essential.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and compile estimate data impacting labor, materials, and other cost factors.
  • Review and interpret drawings and specifications, collaborating with field operations for accurate project estimates.
  • Investigate alternative solutions and construction methods to improve bid competitiveness.
  • Verify take-off quantities for data accuracy in estimates.
  • Utilize cost history to validate estimate accuracy.
  • Apply advanced analytical processes for accurate cost estimations.
  • Present estimates and participate in bid reviews with senior project management.
  • Communicate bid information to field operations at pre-construction meetings for clarity.
  • Cultivate business relationships to enhance bid opportunities.
  • Mentor estimating staff to uphold standards and foster development.
  • Lead preconstruction services to ensure high-quality estimates and schedules.
  • Drive creative discussions around means and methods to innovate estimating techniques.

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Profit-Sharing
  • 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees
  • Generous vacation and sick leave
  • Nine paid holidays, including your birthday
  • 100% employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
  • Retirement plans with company contributions
  • Opportunity to make a difference in local communities
Full Job Description
As a Senior Estimator at Erickson-Hall Construction Co. you will grow your skills, knowledge, and learn best practices from an industry innovator. To be successful in this position you will need to be open to learning, disciplined and systems-driven, detail-oriented, comfortable working independently, and have a genuine interest in helping team members with a positive and pro-active attitude.

Duties:
  • Analyze and compile estimate data that impact the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location, and other factors to ensure high quality and timely estimates.
  • Review drawings, specifications, and proposed project site conditions; record findings and solicit input from field operations to include in the final project estimate.
  • Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase the competitiveness of the bid.
  • Review take-off quantities to ensure the accuracy of data used in estimates.
  • Utilize existing cost history as a check to complete estimate.
  • Apply mathematical calculations requiring advanced analytical processes to ensure logically estimated costs are accurate.
  • Present estimate and participate in bid reviews with senior project management to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Communicate with owners, subcontractors, public and private entities to ensure competitiveness.
  • Communicate estimate bid information to field operations at pre-construction meetings to ensure understanding of the scope of the job and critical means and methods of construction.
  • Develop and maintain business relationships to increase bid opportunities in the regional market.
  • Mentor estimating staff to ensure individual development and Erickson-Hall Construction Co. standards are met.
  • Participate in and/or lead Design-build preconstruction services to ensure high quality, competitive estimates, and schedules.
  • Participate in and/or lead means and method discussions, being the catalyst to drive creative thinking and innovative ideas that distinguish a successful estimate.


Requirements:
  • Minimum of 5 years Commercial and/or Public Works experience estimating construction projects of increasing complexity required.
  • Knowledgeable about current construction methods, materials, and regulations.
  • Ability to work under pressure and coordinate numerous activities and groups of people who need to cooperate to achieve maximum efficiency.
  • Must have good communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
  • Excellent computer skills a must.
  • A valid driver's license and acceptable driving history is required


Benefits:
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Profit-Sharing
  • 100% employer-paid Health/Dental coverage for team members
  • Generous Vacation and Sick Time off
  • Nine(9) Paid Holidays - Including your Birthday!
  • 100% employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability insurance
  • Retirement plans with a company contribution
  • Making a difference in the communities you serve


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