Senior Estimator

Job Summary

A Senior Estimator at Kaufman Lynn is a member of the preconstruction team responsible for preparing budgets, estimates, and pre-bid packages for construction projects under the CM at Risk guaranteed maximum pricing structure. Responsibilities also include working with the project management team in establishing a bidders list, soliciting and evaluating subcontractor proposals and scopes of work, preparing quantity surveys and reviewing project plans and specifications for constructability and value engineering.

Responsibilities

• Performs accurate, thorough and timely quantity takeoffs using company format, detail and coding for all CSI division systems for all levels of project documents (schematic, design development, construction documents).
• Develops accurate and concise clarifications and assumptions with project management team’s assistance.
• Obtains clarification on plans and specifications from architects and engineers when necessary.
• Solicits and analyzes subcontractor and vendor pricing input when required.
• Actively participates in project site pre-bid meetings, site tours, and post-bid interviews as required.
• Develops unit costs accurately.
• Participates in technical/plan reviews when required.
• Considers and understands problems, and identifies appropriate solutions.
• Develops knowledge in building designs, systems and construction materials through available resources and uses this knowledge in guiding the owner to a viable project.
• Accurately assesses and plans takeoff workload.
• Is extremely proficient in all computer software programs used in preconstruction with particular emphasis on estimating software (e.g. SmartBid).
• Provides information to senior estimators/senior preconstruction managers for the purpose of developing accurate and concise clarifications and assumptions with project management team’s assistance.
• Develops value management options and provides analysis for each, looks at first cost vs. life cycle cost, and takes lead on constructability review.
• Manages multiple projects concurrently with ability to multitask on all project delivery methods including Design Build, Lump Sum, CM Agency, and hybrids of each.
• Totally responsible for complete project KL "blue sheet" process assuring that all divisions are accounted for.
• Techically competent in all types of MEP scope showing the ability to strategize with subcontractors, design teams and clients and ask questions and provide responses with confidence.
• May assist in purchasing and/or buyout duties on as needed basis and will stay involved with operations buyout process for first 90 days of project.
• On Lump Sum or "hard bids", acts as Bid Captain responsible for entire bid process including working with Chief Estimator/EVP on scope assignments, bid calendar, subcontractor coverage, bid day strategy, and bid day summary sheet.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of experience in estimating required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.
• Experience in Municipal Work, Higher Education, Healthcare, Public Schools, Assisted Living, Multifamily and Country Clubs as well as a variety of other markets would be ideal.
• Ability to read engineering and architectural drawings and specifications preferred.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to read and understand contracts.
• Outstanding and professional oral, written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, On-Screen Take off.

About Kaufman Lynn Construction

Kaufman Lynn Construction is a full-service Top ENR commercial general contractor, recognized as one of Florida’s largest and fastest-growing builders. We deliver complex, award-winning projects across the public and private sectors, including multifamily, education, healthcare, and civic work. As a 100% employee-owned ESOP company, every associate has a direct stake in our success, with a risk-free retirement benefit in addition to our 401(k) with company matching.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• HSA & FSA Accounts
• 401(k) with Company Matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• Annual and Project Based Bonus Potential
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Career Growth & Development

Career growth and development opportunities, mentorship, training, and clear advancement paths. Hands-on experience and access to industry-leading construction technology and best practices. A collaborative, people-first culture where engagement matters. Recognized excellence, named a Sun Sentinel Top Workplace for 8+ years and one of Florida Trend’s Best Companies to Work For. Competitive compensation and benefits supporting your long-term success and well-being.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets.