Lead Estimator

About the Role

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 one or more estimating staff.
• Quickly and accurately 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.
• Prepares conceptual estimates.
• Prepares subcontractors bid list.
• Leads and/or participates in bid day compilation.
• Reviews plans and specifications.
• Generates high-level VE/VM (Value Engineering/Value Management) logs 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 as applicable.
• Supports post-bid buyouts as applicable.
• 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 coverage.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) and individual stock ownership.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 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 include additional term life insurance, long-term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other optional benefits.