Boston University

Sr Estimator

Boston University • $75K — $95K *
Evansville, IN 47714In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
  • 10-15 years of relevant construction experience
  • Expertise in estimate preparation for multi-discipline projects
  • Proficient in HeavyBid and P6 for estimates and scheduling
  • Strong understanding of contract documents and project scopes

Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise Sr. Estimators and team members on project estimates
  • Coordinate with partners and internal teams for efficient project execution
  • Set up and create estimates in HeavyBid system
  • Oversee CPM schedule preparation in P6 for project timelines
  • Manage supplier solicitation and bid processes
  • Conduct pre-bid meetings and site inspections to assess project conditions
  • Perform estimating tasks, ensuring accuracy in material and labor pricing

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Travel opportunities for project site visits and trainings
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
  • Potential for career advancement within the company
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position Summary:

Responsible for leading and preparing estimates and proposals for multi-discipline power, industrial and infrastructure projects.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Direct Senior Estimators and Estimators on estimate-specific assignments and work
  • Coordinate with TCG partners and other internal departments
  • Create and set-up estimates in HeavyBid
  • Prepare (or oversee) CPM schedules in P6
  • Prepare indirect cost estimates in HeavyBid
  • Lead the bid closeout process and participate in post-bid and post-job reviews
  • Manage overall sub/supplier solicitation process
  • Understanding of bidding strategy and overall work plans
  • Read and comprehend all contract documents including specifications, project scopes, drawings and standards to prepare accurate project cost estimates
  • Perform responsibilities of estimator, when needed
    • Accurately take off material quantities from drawings to develop material and labor pricing
    • Assemble scoped RFP's for vendors and subcontractors to obtain pricing. Analyze, compare and select best value vendor and subcontractor proposals for inclusion in cost estimates
    • Attend pre-bid meetings and site walk-downs to understand project scope, conditions, physical restrictions, etc.
    • Escort subcontractors on site visits, walking them through the scope of work to obtain the most accurate pricing
    • Understand and appropriately estimate the costs associated with safety and other project location-specific work rules
    • Participate in bid review and scope review meetings and be able to explain a projects scope and estimated project costs as well as assumptions and means/methods to upper management for approval
    • Utilize historical cost data to develop cost estimates
    • Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results and helping other estimators as needed


Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Decision-making skills
  • Effective listening skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organizational skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Time management skills
  • Ability to analyze data


Education/Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering discipline, Construction Management, PMP or similar certification is preferred,
  • 10-15 years of Construction Experience


Physical Demands

  • Travel will be required to attend training and meetings.
  • Ability to sit or stand for an entire shift
  • Occasionally required to stoop, bend, walk, crouch, and climb.
  • Ability to lift, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds.
  • Ability to speak, write, and understand English clearly.


Required Skills

About Boston University

Boston University (BU) is a private research university in Boston, Massachusetts. The university is nonsectarian but maintains its historical affiliation with the United Methodist Church. It was founded in 1839 by Methodists with its original campus in Newbury, Vermont, before moving to Boston in 1867. The university now has more than 3,900 faculty members and nearly 33,000 students, and is one of Boston's largest employers. It offers bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, doctorates, and medical, dental, business, and law degrees through 17 schools and colleges on two urban campuses. BU is a member of the Boston Consortium for Higher Education and the Association of American Universities.
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Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Education, Government & Non-Profit
* Ladders Estimates

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