Senior Estimator

At PCL Construction Services, Inc., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), we don’t just build projects—we build opportunities, careers, and communities. As a 100% employee-owned company, every employee has a stake in our success, driving how we work, grow, and lead in the construction industry.

Why Choose PCL?

• Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
• Annual discretionary performance bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave and family care support
• HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care, and transportation
• Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
• Career growth pathways, leadership development, and mentorship programs
• Access to world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses
• Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles, and grow your career across sectors and regions

Responsibilities

• Conducts detailed analysis of contract documents (isometric, as-built, and engineering drawings) and specifications for large hard-bid/lump sum, construction management, and small to medium design-build projects to determine overall project requirements (bonding, insurance, etc.)
• Establishes a critical path schedule including milestone dates and completion timelines to meet contract completion dates for large projects
• Completes full quantity take-off of all labor, equipment, and materials for larger scopes
• Leads pricing the general expense and project-specific general requirements for medium to large projects (lump sum and construction management)
• Completes as-bid estimate and trade buy-out strategy with operations team
• Assists in presenting estimate/proposal and prepares and delivers client presentations
• Performs quantity, material, and labor take-off from drawings, specifications, and related documents
• Documents all information relating to the estimate and archives and organizes such information to transfer to the project team upon successful award
• Conducts a risk and opportunity analysis for review by chief estimator to add into risk register
• Liaises with external consultants and project management organizations to estimate project budget requirements and coordinates tender development process on behalf of clients
• Monitors client project-specific success criteria (CPSSC); specifically understands owners’ business, requirements, revenue generation, and provides solutions. Holds team accountable and challenges team and project to find creative solutions for overall project benefit

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or trade experience or equivalent
• 12 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating with 12 months of onsite experience preferred
• Successfully led pursuits valued up to $250 million in delivery models: hard bid/lump sum, construction management/cost reimbursable/target price, and/or design-build
• Experience with self-perform estimate and productivity understanding
• Knowledge and understanding of different construction methods, planning, scheduling, sequencing, potential problems, and timelines; recognized as a district champion in these matters
• Extensive knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation, including quantity take-off procedures, trade contractor procurement, pricing, and bid closing procedures
• Expert in understanding and teaching contract terms for various delivery models and able to identify contract risks and opportunities
• Understands different bid processes and contract delivery type methods: hard bid/lump sum, guaranteed maximum price (GMP), unit price, design-build, target prices, and construction management/cost reimbursable
• Ability to lead successful teams
• Resourceful and self-motivated with strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
• Strong ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships with owners, peers, and industry representatives, and leverage industry relationships for competitive advantage

Benefits

• Employee ownership opportunities
• Annual discretionary performance bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave and family care support
• HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care, and transportation
• Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
• Career growth pathways, leadership development, and mentorship programs
• Access to world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses

Primary location: Tampa, Florida