Healthcare Estimator

Position Title:

Healthcare Estimator

Location:

Birmingham, AL

Pay Rate: $150,000/year

Position

Description:

Join a dynamic healthcare construction team as a Healthcare Estimator in Birmingham, Alabama. This full-time, on-site role offers the opportunity to lead the development of accurate, competitive cost estimates for a variety of healthcare projects, including hospitals, medical office buildings, outpatient facilities, and surgical centers. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with architects, engineers, clients, and subcontractors, supporting project planning, risk analysis, and value engineering initiatives.

You'll play a pivotal role in securing healthcare construction projects, contributing to meaningful advances in healthcare delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

* Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and detailed hard-bid estimates for healthcare construction projects

* Analyze drawings, specifications, and project data to develop precise quantity takeoffs and cost estimates

* Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing to ensure competitive bids

* Assist in creating project budgets, value engineering solutions, and identifying cost-saving opportunities

* Identify project risks, opportunities, and cost drivers during preconstruction phases

* Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and project planning sessions

* Collaborate with project management, operations, and business development teams to support project pursuits

* Maintain estimating databases, cost histories, and benchmarks

* Mentor junior estimators and support strategic planning initiatives

Top Requirements:

* Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

* 3-5+ years of estimating or preconstruction experience with a commercial general contractor

* Experience in healthcare construction projects like hospitals, surgical centers, or imaging facilities

Preferred

Skills and Experience:

* Knowledge of healthcare-specific construction requirements (infection control, life safety, regulatory compliance)

* Proficiency with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Sage Estimating, Procore, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Project

* Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

* Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents

What Success Looks Like:

* Producing accurate, competitive project estimates within deadlines

* Supporting successful pursuit and award of healthcare construction projects

* Identifying innovative, cost-saving solutions while maintaining quality and compliance

* Building lasting relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams

* Mentoring junior staff and serving as a technical resource within the team

About Seneca Resources

At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm, we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact.

When you work with Seneca, you're choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way.

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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