Chief Estimator

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

Job summary

SAK Builders, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead the Estimating Department for complex construction projects in the United States.

The role focuses on planning, preparing and presenting accurate estimates, while supervising a team of estimators and coordinating with project management and subcontractors. The candidate will review plans, prepare quantity takeoffs, pricing, and conceptual estimates; manage bid schedules, procurement requisitions, and bid day activities.

Qualifications

• Engineering or related degree or equivalent construction experience.
• 10+ years estimating experience.
• Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings.
• Knowledge of construction costs and principles.
• Experience with quantity takeoffs and purchasing accounting.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

10+ years estimating experience

Reading specs & drawings

Judgment & calculations

Construction cost knowledge

Drafting & computer skills

Leadership & supervisory skills

Bid preparation & subcontracting

Education

Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description Summary

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

Compensation Range

$162,000.00 - $260,000.00 Annual Salary

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 calculations


• Working 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