The Korte Company is seeking a Senior Estimator to join our Preconstruction Services Department in St. Louis, MO or Highland, IL. This person will be responsible for providing conceptual and final estimates for our nationwide projects while attaining an appropriate profit margin. The ideal candidate will have a solid history in a similar position with documented successes.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provide strategy with project team to determine proposal approach.
- Read and interpret project request for proposal documents and preliminary plans to determine detailed and comprehensive quantity surveys
- Obtain accurate take off and pricing for all materials, labor and equipment
- Perform conceptual estimating from preliminary project parameters
- Prepare project cost analysis including all material, labor, equipment, subcontractor and overhead costs
- Understand timelines and applicable project deadlines
- Maintain current information on products, vendors, subcontractors and government requirements
- Participate in preconstruction meetings
- Travel to project sites to investigate field conditions and meet with local trade contractors
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The characteristics listed below are representative of those sought to perform this job successfully.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong knowledge of construction building methods
- Strong analytical, problem solving, organization and time management skills
- Professional in actions and appearance
- Thorough and detail-oriented
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints
- Effective interactions with project partners, subcontractors and vendors
- Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision
- Strong computer skills
EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE
Qualified applicants will have:
- Degree in Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in bidding commercial and industrial construction projects
- Experience with Destini-Estimator, Pantera and Bluebeam take off is preferred
This position is eligible for our competitive pay and benefits package including annual discretionary bonus subject to company and individual performance. Additional comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA/HRA, life, disability, 401(k), parental leave, phone allowance, vacation, sick time and company paid holidays. Role and compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors including education, qualifications, experience, skills, training, certifications, location, etc. Only fully qualified candidates should apply. No phone calls, direct mailings or drop-in inquiries allowed.
