Senior Estimator

About the role

The Senior Estimator analyzes and estimates the cost and time requirements of construction projects outlined in bid documents.

Responsibilities

• Reviews pricing documents and prepares a plan to submit within the allotted time
• Prepares trade scopes of work and take-off material quantities
• Prepares budgetary estimates
• Attends preconstruction and prebid meetings as required
• Visits the site during the budgeting/estimating duration
• Solicits pricing from qualified vendors and subcontractors
• Reviews estimates with Executive Vice President
• Reviews estimates with clients
• Drafts subcontracts and purchase orders
• Maintains cost data information for future estimating
• Builds and maintains long-term relationships with clients, subcontractors, and vendors
• Works with the Project Management team to resolve scope issues and to prepare large change orders

Requirements

• Knowledge of building construction
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and processing systems
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with Sage Intacct Estimating Software
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently, follow through on assignments with minimal direction, set priorities which accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities, and perform under deadlines with frequent interruptions
• Minimum of 10 years of construction estimating experience