Senior Estimator ResponsibilitiesAs a Senior Estimator, you'll play a key role in the early stages of project development - reviewing and analyzing project designs, assessing constructability, and developing accurate budgets and cost estimates. You'll partner closely with project teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure each project is set up for success from the start.
- Review design documents and identify cost-saving or value-engineering opportunities.
- Develop comprehensive cost estimates for self-performed and subcontracted work using current software and historical data.
- Solicit, evaluate, and organize subcontractor and supplier quotes to ensure complete coverage of project scopes.
- Assist in preparing bid proposals and estimate summaries for presentation to leadership and clients.
- Conduct site visits as needed to assess existing conditions and confirm design assumptions.
- Identify potential risks or constructability concerns and propose mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with Preconstruction and Operations teams to ensure a smooth project handoff.
- Stay informed of trends in construction materials, labor, equipment, and technology.
- Represent Wilhelm with professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to quality and teamwork.
- Perform accurate and thorough quantity take-offs, including import/export, backfill, piping, etc. as well as organize and format estimates for ease of comprehension by the end user
Computer Equipment and Software RequirementsRequired:- Bluebeam (or similar) PDF viewer/takeoff software
- Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Preferred:- HCSS HeavyBid (or similar) estimating software
- Agtek (or similar) earthwork takeoff software
- Primavera P6 (or similar) scheduling software
Education and Experience Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years engineering, estimating, or similar experience with mass earthwork, underground utilities, water/wastewater treatment plants, or exposed piping.
- PE license or the ability to obtain one is a plus.
F.A. Wilhelm offers a unique opportunity for the right person to experience a variety of work. Working at F.A Wilhelm, you can expect:
- A competitive compensation package.
- A comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, and 401K match.
- Basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance is paid for by F.A Wilhelm.
- Discretionary yearly bonus program.
- A generous PTO bank.
