Lead Estimator

Overall planning and management of estimating activities for specific construction projects, including preparation, interpretation, and presentation of estimates.

Responsibilities

• Simultaneously leads one or more estimate/budget/pursuit and supports others on estimating pursuits
• Mentors estimating staff
• Diagnoses errors, scope, and exclusions in subcontractor estimates
• Reviews, prepares, and oversees others’ quantity take-offs
• Trains and develops intern and interim project engineers
• Spearheads and maintains historical costs
• Prepares customized subcontracting bidders list(s) tailored to the job type
• Maintains strong relationships with trade partners
• Assists jobsite staff with estimating support
• Prepares accurate quantity takeoffs and material pricing
• Develops conceptual estimates
• Prepares subcontractors bid list
• Leads and/or participates in bid day compilation
• Reviews plans and specifications
• Generates high-level value engineering/value management (VE/VM) log with accuracy
• Follows bid schedule and realigns deliverable dates with minimal impact using the Estimate Checklist
• Builds consensus on applied fee strategy
• Reviews subcontractor prequalification for prospective trade partners
• Drafts the first pass at General Conditions and General Requirements
• Sets up and reviews General Conditions and General Requirements with the Operations team
• Generates scope sheets for all CSI divisions
• Sets up and conducts GO/NO GO for Swinerton self-perform trades
• Supports and trains estimating staff
• Supports post-bid buyouts
• Completes other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Engineering, Construction Management, or Architectural degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 3 years of estimating or related experience
• Ability to read and understand specifications, drawings, and BIM models
• Ability to make accurate judgments and calculate associated risks
• Proficiency in estimating software such as Excel, Bluebeam, Revit, Destini, or other programs to complete daily duties
• Working knowledge of current construction costs and principles

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) and individual stock ownership
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Employee assistance program
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts
• Basic term life insurance and AD&D
• Business travel accident insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Financial wellness coaching
• Educational assistance
• Care.com membership
• ClassPass fitness membership
• DashPass delivery membership

• Voluntary benefits: Additional term life insurance, long-term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary options

Pay

$115,100.00 - $145,300.00 annual salary