Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator

Position at George Reed, Inc.

We are growing and need a Senior Estimator for our George Reed, Inc. facility.

Benefits:
Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision Care Insurance, 401(k) program, Pension Program, Life Insurance, and AD&D.

Our Senior Estimator plays a critical role and will be responsible for estimating and managing complex projects, both public and private. The role includes preparing estimates independently or as a team, coordinating the project schedule, producing monthly progress reports, maintaining project integrity, ensuring production and completion schedules are met, and leading as appropriate under the Chief Estimator or Construction Manager.

• Pursue projects to bid
• Schedule quantity takeoffs
• Prepare estimates using software by HCSS
• Prepare estimates with the proper level of detail for all design stages:
  Conceptual, schematic design, design development, and construction documents
• Consult with clients, architects, subcontractors, and material suppliers to discuss and formulate estimates, effect cost reductions, and resolve problems
• Work with the operations team throughout the preconstruction process to review plans and specifications for issues and to determine the general requirements of the project
• Ability to manage and track multiple preconstruction projects at once
• Analyze alternate means and methods to determine the most economic preconstruction alternative
• Compile and analyze subcontract quotes
• Review estimates of Junior Estimators
• Submit prepared bids assuring accuracy and completeness
• Prepare construction and subcontract agreements
• Arrange construction schedules
• Coordinate project schedule into overall operations schedules with Construction Manager
• Schedule appropriate crewing, equipment, subcontractors, trucking, and materials
• Produce monthly progress billings and sub pay estimates
• Follow up on collections
• Review production status daily with Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Superintendents
• Assure that the project team acts with integrity and employs ethical behavior during all stages of the estimating process
• Analyze progress consistently and compare to budget (estimate) to avoid overruns and costly delays
• Special projects as assigned

• Minimum of ten years in the Civil Engineering Field, including experience in public and private works such as roads, bridges, and subdivisions
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and other software programs relevant to engineering and estimating
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proven leadership qualities
• Ability to work the hours required to support the role of Senior Estimator/Senior Project Manager
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.