Senior Estimator

The Sr. Estimator analyzes all project documents to determine the overall estimated cost of a project. Estimators gather, calculate and compile data to produce construction cost estimates for competitive bid proposals in a timely manner. The Estimator is also required to perform a thorough and detailed turnover of awarded projects to the project management team. Please note this position can be in our Owings Mills, Herndon, or Annapolis location.Guides teams of varying sizes and expertise through the full bid lifecycle, ensuring smooth transitions and successful project handoversReviews project plans and specifications and coordinates with the team to confirm a complete and coordinated scopeIdentify risk issues and their order of magnitudeManages responses to invitations to bidPerforms quantity takeoffParticipates in conceptual budgets with oversight from managerDevelops Tab Sheets (scopes of work), gather subcontractor proposals, and prepare bid tabulation for own trade assignmentsCoordinates scopes of work with bid teamAuthor qualifications/exclusions specific for each assigned tradeBuilds effective relationships subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer's expectationsDevelop subcontractor relationshipsAttend subcontractor networking events Requirements Be proficient in all computer software programs used in estimating with particular emphasis on On-Screen Takeoff software particular emphasis on Bluebeam and On-Screen TakeoffPossess strong mathematical and computer skillsProficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook)Expertise in majority of trades in Divisions 2-16Ability to be a team member, and work in a team environmentAbility to professionally communicate and perform in a highly stressed environmentAbility and willingness to abide by Chesapeake Contracting Group's policies and Core Values on a daily basisAbility to meet deadlines and work time commensurate with workloadEffective oral and written communication skills Benefits 📌 A flexible work environment📌 State-of-the-art technology to get the job done📌 New office spaces designed for today's working environment📌 Great benefits including healthcare, 401K match, wellness programs📌 Opportunities for advancement and leadership training