Chief Estimator

SAK Builders, Inc.; Sumner (WA); On-site; USD 162,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

SAK Builders, Inc. in Sumner, WA seeks a Senior Estimator to lead the Estimating Department and manage estimating activities for construction projects. Responsible for reviewing plans, preparing takeoffs, pricing, coordinating bids, and ensuring timely bid submission.

You will supervise estimating staff, work with Project Managers, and ensure accurate cost analysis from labor, materials, and equipment. Requires a degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture, 10+ years of

Qualifications

• Read and understand project specifications and drawings.
• Demonstrate strong judgment and calculations for construction costs.
• Experience with quantity takeoffs, purchasing, and estimating processes desirable.
• Proficient in drafting and computer skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Estimating Department for construction projects.
• Review project plans, requirements and specifications.
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing.
• Coordinate subcontract solicitations and site walks.
• Determine labor and equipment costs and prepare estimates.
• Manage bid compilation, bid documents, and subcontractor lists.
• Supervise estimating staff and train junior estimators.
• Support project managers post-bid and assist during bids.

Skills

Reading specs/drawings

Estimating experience

Drafting

Leadership

Costs/estimates

Education

Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture degree

Job description

Compensation Range

$162,000.00 - $260,000.00 Annual Salary

Job Description Summary:

Overall Planning and Management of Estimating Department and Estimating Activities for Specific Construction Projects, Including Preparation, Interpretation and Presentation of Estimates

Job Description:

• POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Able to perform all essential Senior Estimator responsibilities
• Supervise and train estimating staff
• Review project plans, requirements and specifications
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing
• Coordinate subcontract solicitations and jobwalks
• Determine labor and construction equipment costs
• Prepare conceptual estimates
• Meet and maintain bidding and work schedules
• Submit requisitions for purchase of materials
• Compare competitive trade bids
• Review preliminary quotes and pre-bid estimates with Project Manager
• Secure all bid documents (bid forms and quote letters)
• Prepare subcontractor bid list and submit drawings to subcontractors
• Participate in bid compilation on bid day
• Assist jobsite staff with estimates after bid award
• Perform post-bid buyouts (if applicable)
• Maintain good relationship with suppliers and subcontractors
• Supervise and train estimating staff (if applicable)
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:

• Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 10+ years estimating experience
• Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings
• Ability to make accurate judgments and calculationsWorking knowledge of construction costs and principles
• Estimating experience (quantity takeoffs, purchasing accounting; engineering design knowledge and project management experience desirable)
• Drafting and computer skills
• Leadership and supervisory skills