Senior Estimator

McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.

The primary role of the Senior Estimator includes the following essential functions:

• Read and interpret project specifications and plans to prepare detailed, comprehensive and accurate quantity surveys
• Perform conceptual estimating from preliminary project parameters
• Prepare project estimates including self-performed work, subcontracted work and general requirements
• Understand timelines and applicable project deadlines
• Maintain current information on products, vendors, and subcontractors
• Preparation of detailed quantity surveys
• Subcontractor/supplier bid solicitation and coordination
• Provide input to the project team for the project schedule

• Four-year degree in Construction Engineering or Construction Management
• 10+ years of construction and estimating experience
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical, problem solving, organization and time management skills
• Thorough and detail-oriented
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints
• Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision
• Strong computer skills
• Previous experience with On-Screen takeoff
• Understanding of Microsoft Excel
• Previous oversight of Estimator I and/or Estimator II work

• 10+ years of experience participating in estimating of commercial and industrial construction projects
• Professional designation (e.g. CPE, LEED AP, DBIA, CPC, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience in driving productive relationships with project partners, subcontractors and vendors

Office:
Role is housed at Corporate or Regional office. Requires visiting prospective contract sites on regular basis.

Travel:
Periodic overnight travel required.

• Estimating and Bidding:
• Oversight of Take-off process
  
  Existing conditions/temp provisions
  
  Substructure (single sided forms, deep foundations, etc.)Structure (structural concrete, system connections, etc.)Masonry (evaluation of labor risk)
  Improves take-off means and methods
  
  Mentors and coach Estimator I and Estimator II positions
• Bid Card Development
• Management of bid cards and scopes (gaps and overlaps)
• Improves bid card means and methods
• Mentors and coaches Estimator I and Estimator II positions
• Estimating Tools Selection of estimate template
  
  Modify estimate template for project requirements
  
  Understanding of value analysis log & generate items
  
  Developing estimates with ICA
• Evaluate and seek new tools
  
  Develop & maintain conceptual pricing guide
  
  Develop & maintain productivity guide
• Communication Excellent subcontractor communication (knowing what questions to ask)
  Attend Design Team meetings & owner meetings
  
  Constructability knowledge
  
  Generate RFI’sSchedule evaluation
• Jobsite visits: production rates, constructability, schedule, time studies, etc.
• Marketing – interviews, misc. communications
  
  Developing training and mentoring programs PACE process
  
  Conducting visits for Estimator I/Estimator II Pricing Cost history evaluation
  
  General understanding of unit prices
  
  Self-perform pricing
  
  General conditions, weather, hoisting, etc.
  
  Estimate development CD/DD estimates SD/DD estimates
  
  Conceptual estimates
  
  Reviewing and approving estimates
  
  Building/Room type unit pricing
  
  Component pricingMEP pricing
  
  Macro level value analysis
  
  Crew production rates Estimate Development Completion of all types of estimates at all levels
  
  Management of resources (internal and external)
  Expanded knowledge base of pricing, constructability, schedule
  
  Strong presentation skills
  
  Management of estimating team Understanding of contract types Pursuit and Business Development:
  Assist pursuit team in understanding prospective projects and requirements Research prospective clients Assist pursuit team in completing responses to RFQs and RFPs Participate in pursuit interviews Assist with and participate in preconstruction meetings McGough Self-Performed Work:
  Understand and perform quantity take-offs and assist in estimating labor production, materials and equipment Understand warehouse equipment, rentals, small tools, services and costs Gather information, implement or assist in PACE preparation and projections Scope bid…