Senior Project Estimator

Senior Project Estimator

Responsible for gathering data and preparation of estimates for all stages of design from Conceptual through Construction. Heavy focus on test fit takeoff ROM (Rough Order of Magnitudes) development, what if scenario pricing. Role also supports ongoing capital planning efforts with cost, schedule, and reporting analysis on behalf of the client.

• Prepare estimates for all stages of design from Conceptual through Final Construction documents (Schematic, DD, CD, Hard Bid).
• Work with Regional & Program teams to prepare accurate ROMs and potential scope validations for eventual capital planning and client approvals.
• Responsible for cost analysis and reporting of internal estimates, statuses, and actual pricing.
• Build and maintain internal cost estimating tools via Excel and SharePoint.
• Perform analysis and report on cost estimates, comparisons of scope, quantities, and cost data between projects.
• Support execution teams in evaluating vendor cost estimates and proposals, as needed to assemble final estimates for client.
• Schedule and manage Preconstruction/estimation timelines for critical program deliverables.
• Support ongoing Capital Planning efforts to maintain up-to-date pricing and schedule estimates based on market, regional and client knowledge.
• Keep internal and client project records and reporting current.
• Review/analyze complex bills of materials; assess labor productivity and labor costs, research vendors and understand manufacturing and construction costs.
• Negotiate with and engage in vendor solicitation and/or information gathering during the bidding process.
• Compare and analyze competitive vendor and supplier bids as requested.
• Coordinate with stakeholder partner to maintain master subcontractor/vendor lists & pricing by trade.
• Advise Regional & Program teams on all perceived risks to the successful completion of the project as needed.
• Identify dependencies and/or scope gaps in the successful completion of the project.
• Communicate regularly with internal and external partners as appropriate to ensure the delivery of high-quality service and system support.
• Create and evaluate project reports and provide project status to internal and external clients as needed.
• Prepare, publish and communicate estimate status, including input into the designated tracking systems.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Building Construction, or similar field with minimum of five (7) years of estimating experience in a directly related construction role or a minimum of five (7) years equivalent combination of experience in an advisory and/or project management capacity required.
• Knowledge of construction principles and practices.
• Experience with retail and tenant improvement construction projects; ability to read and understand construction specifications and construction drawings preferred.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, Excel, estimating database software, and on-screen takeoff tools.
• Systematic planner who attends to details with accuracy and focus.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate multiple efforts, maintain excellent client relations and consultative skills required.
• Proven leadership ability, administrative ability, technical background and project responsibility experience preferred.
• Results oriented and cost conscious.
• Highly organized and skilled with time management; superior oral and written communication skills required.

Cushman & Wakefield provides eligible employees with a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work.

The compensation for the position is: $ - $.

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