Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Business, Finance, or similar field
8 years of estimating experience in construction or a related field
Experience with large CM and GC Construction Management at Risk and Design Build projects
Strong knowledge of all civil structure architectural trades
Proficient in estimating software and data analysis
Responsibilities
Supervise and mentor Estimators and Estimating Engineers
Develop and manage conceptual project estimates
Lead major estimating initiatives across multiple projects
Create and refine detailed estimate reports
Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors
Present estimating findings to clients and stakeholders
Consult with architects and engineers regarding project parameters
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plan options
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities
Collaborative and supportive work environment
Full Job Description
The Christman Company Job Description:
As a Senior Mechanical Estimator, you will assist throughout the preconstruction process by leading conceptual estimating efforts to produce accurate construction cost budgets and estimates. This role will focus on MEP costs and provide input to conceptualize and interpret the scope from incomplete or schematic documents. You will be relied upon to successfully deliver design phase services and will have the opportunity to assist with multiple projects at once.
What You Will Do:
As Senior Estimator, your primary daily responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:
Supervise, check work, and mentor Estimators and Estimating Engineers.
Develops and oversees conceptual estimates for assigned projects, supports the planning and engineering groups in the development of all levels of estimates, and collects and analyzes close-out and benchmark data.
Leads major estimating efforts.
Develops and clarifies estimate reports.
Cultivates strong subcontractor knowledge and relations.
Experienced in presenting estimating results to clients and stakeholders.
Demonstrates knowledge of all civil structure architectural trades.
Competent at conceptual and detailed levels of estimating.
Value engineering leadership and tracking.
Drives deadlines and achieves results.
Mastery of scope review process.
Mastery of estimating software programs including on-screen take-off.
Consults with architects and engineers on project parameters.
Ensures database-pricing updates are completed.
What You Will Bring to the Team:
Required experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:
Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related job field.
Eight (8) years of estimating experience in construction or related job field.
OR equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience
Preferred experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:
Capability to complete large Construction Management (CM) and General Contractor (GC) Construction Management at Risk and Design Build projects and large complex competitive bid projects.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Independent sales strengths for presentations and project pursuits.
History of successfully working relationships with the internal operation team and externally with owners, architects/engineers, and subcontractors.
Attention to detail: observant, accomplishes task accurately the first time; does not let things fall through the cracks.
Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers, establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers, and gains their trust and respect.
Makes good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, experience, and judgement.
Provides advice and solutions to others.
Strong computer knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
About Christman Company
The Christman Company is a construction firm that provides construction management, general contracting, design-build, and integrated project delivery services. The company was founded in 1894 and is headquartered in Lansing, Michigan. The company has completed projects in various sectors including healthcare, education, government, and commercial. The company has received several awards for its work including the National Trust for Historic Preservation Honor Award, the American Institute of Architects Michigan Honor Award, and the Michigan Historic Preservation Network Building Award.
