Senior Estimator

About the role

Lithko Contracting, LLC is seeking a Senior Estimator to join our Estimating team. In this role, you will support the Estimating team and Pre-Construction Lead in all aspects of estimating, including quantity take-offs, pricing, and bidding for commercial and industrial projects. This position is critical for ensuring accurate and competitive bids, contributing to the successful acquisition and execution of projects. This is a remote opportunity for the right candidate. Candidates located anywhere in the US will be considered, but preference may be given to candidates in close proximity to a Lithko office. Travel to Lithko office locations may be required on occasion.

Responsibilities

• Estimate Setup: Establish estimates with appropriate alternates, general conditions, vendor and subcontractor pricing, labor production, and wage rates in alignment with the bid strategy.
• Conceptual Estimating: Develop conceptual estimates from limited information, ensuring the inclusion of accurate alternates, general conditions, and pricing.
• Detailed Take-Offs: Perform detailed take-offs by identifying and quantifying all concrete scope items.
• Proposal Preparation: Create comprehensive customer proposals that include precise scope, terms, conditions, and a detailed breakdown of bid pricing.
• Project Information Management: Deliver accurate project information to the team during turnover and planning phases to ensure seamless project execution.
• Team Support: Guide estimators and project coordinators in task assignments, proper use of processes, and tools, validating the accuracy and completeness of estimates produced by the team.
• Operations Coordination: Ensure that the operations team receives correct and detailed information necessary for effective project execution.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural concrete estimating for large-scale self-perform General Contractors or concrete contractors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with a variety of project types, with a particular focus on commercial and industrial projects valued over $1 million.
• Solid understanding of construction principles, as well as experience with both negotiated and hard bid processes.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering required.