Senior Estimator

PURPOSE

The Sr. Estimator performs conceptual estimates, quantity take-offs and pricing for all phases of a project from its early inception through an approved working budget.

Responsibilities

• Interface with clients, architects and engineers as directed during all phases of preconstruction services.
• Develop and manage project quantity surveys, estimates, and budgets from conceptual design through completed documents utilizing staff and subcontractor input where appropriate.
• Provide systems evaluation and value engineering on energy and life cycle costing during the preconstruction phase.
• Prepare progress budgets to monitor installation cost trends of different construction materials and detect possible overruns.
• Solicit subcontractor input at various stages of design development.
• Attend appropriate architect, engineering, and client meetings as directed.
• Assemble and distribute the published estimate and contract documents, as required.
• Complete, review and execution of bid forms, bid bonds, etc. on bid projects including general requirements.
• Participate in and summarize bid day activities.
• Afford other duties as assigned, relevant to the achievement of the position’s and team’s objectives.

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of successful experience as an estimator in construction-based field.
• Ability to read and interpret conceptual plans, schematics, working drawings and specifications.
• Adequate knowledge of construction costs, scheduling, estimating, purchasing, contracts and engineering principles.
• Excellent organization skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated knowledge of methods of construction practices and project execution.
• Mathematical acuity.
• Excellent communication skills and must work collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Experience in WinEst program, Accubid or relevant estimating systems.
• Experience working in Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, BuildingConnected, Excel formats and formulas.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record in accordance with Fortis policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a professional office environment.
• Role is stationary, often standing or sitting for long periods of time, utilizing standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc.
• Communication with internal and external contacts, including speaking and hearing is required.
• May occasionally push, pull or lift up to 25 lbs.

Travel Requirements

• All Fortis positions require some level of driving.