Senior Estimator, Federal

Senior Estimator, Federal

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

Required:

• 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

Preferred:

• 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 a regular basis.

Travel:
Periodic overnight travel required.

• 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 coaches 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 ICAT
  • 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 RFIs
  • Schedule 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 pricing
  • MEP 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

• 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

• 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 materials (concrete, rebar, brick, etc.)
• Assist with creating Critical Path Method (CPM)…