Senior Construction Estimator, Cost Control, Procurement

Schneider Electric is seeking a Senior Construction Estimator (ECCP). The Senior Estimator is responsible for supporting the project team by participating in multiple aspects of the bid/estimating process, including but not limited to review of plans and specifications, soliciting and negotiating pricing with subcontractors and/or suppliers, quantity take-off and pricing. The role is highly collaborative and will work closely with internal teams, external suppliers, owners, architects, and engineers.

The Senior Estimator must be a flexible and adaptable team player, as well as have strong communication and customer service skills.

• Prepare clear and concise Class 2 and Class 3 cost estimates by utilizing:
  • Internal Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing Engineering Scope
  • Internal and external scope developed for all building construction trades
  • Available site descriptions or survey depending upon estimate level
  • Subcontractor cost data obtained for a specific project's location
  • A defined estimating method with proprietary tools that, at its core, employs an engineered approach to cost development
• Be able to provide itemized cost and documented assumptions and risks for evaluating both internal estimates and eventual subcontractor bid
• Provide constructability guidance to project participants
• Provide procurement and tender support during development and construction
• Develop the following levels of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Building Construction estimates:
  • Rough Order of Magnitude/Preliminary/Request for Proposal Estimates: an opinion of potential cost of an Energy Conservation Measure or project with only minimal scope
  • Conceptual Estimate: an estimate based on limited scope used to consider Energy Conservation Measure economic / technical feasibility
  • Estimate Grade Design (EGD): A professional estimate that is based on enough engineered scope and will be used to book a project
  • Construction level: a "check" estimate based on a full set of plans and specifications that have been issued to contractors for bidding.
• Frequently required to perform on-site survey to assess constructability options, means and methods
• Obtain vendor and subcontractor budget quotes and verify proposed scopes
• If possible, determine phasing and constructability with the project team and submit estimates for review
• Interact with Operations, Engineering and Sales groups throughout estimating process
• Prioritize estimates to meet sales schedule through use of documentation as well as direct communication
• Participate in various project meetings with these groups throughout development, including hand-off and design review.

• Build relationships with subcontractors and or suppliers to obtain a competitive advantage.
• Attends industry events and represents Schneider Electric to the industry in a professional capacity.
• Builds and maintains relationships with internal team members.
• Keeps current with latest estimating technology and techniques.
• Tracks procurement costs and provides guidance on cost escalations.
• Builds an understanding of statistical cost models.
• Keeps current with industry installation techniques.
• Follows industry trends and provides innovative insight to internal stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or similar degree is preferred. A combined knowledge of mechanical, electrical, general construction and estimating considered.
• Combined 15+ years in estimating, construction and/or project management.
• Ability to understand and provide guidance on the means and methods to construct solutions.
• Experience with retrofit MEP and energy efficiency scope.
• Knowledge of Microsoft programs including Word, Excel, Outlook etc.
• Experience with AI and advanced applications a plus.
• Experience in Design/Build or Job Order Contracting a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications required.
• Strong math and analytical skills with attention to detail required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
• General knowledge of construction principles and processes, as well as negotiated/hard bids and GMP processes preferred.
• Maintain current,…