Chief Estimator - CSA

The Haskell Company; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Chief Estimator to lead and manage estimating personnel, ensuring accuracy and adherence to preconstruction standards. This role involves developing and reviewing estimates, participating in proposal strategies, and collaborating with various teams to drive project success. With a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. If you're ready to elevate your career and contribute to meaningful projects, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10 years of estimating experience or 15 years in construction preferred.
• Ability to develop detailed estimates with minimal design.

Responsibilities

• Manage and train estimating personnel while ensuring accuracy.
• Collaborate with teams on estimating and proposal strategies.

Skills

Estimating experience

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Knowledge of construction processes

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering

Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

Preconstruction software

Job description

US-FL-Jacksonville | US-GA-Atlanta | US-NC-Charlotte | US-WI-Beloit | US-UT-Salt Lake City | US-OK-Oklahoma City | US-OK-Tulsa | US-MO-St. Louis | US-TX-Frisco

Requisition ID: 5103

Overview

In this role, you will manage, schedule and train estimating personnel. The Chief Estimator corroborates the development, review and accuracy of estimates while ensuring the adherence of preconstruction standards and processes.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Managing, scheduling and training estimating personnel
• Ensuring the Preconstruction process, standards and tools are utilized
• Acting as the Pricing Lead when required
• Developing and reviewing estimates while ensuring estimate accuracy
• Participating in proposal win strategy
• Contributing to cost savings exercises
• Assisting with the construction schedule development
• Identifying risk items and assisting with the Risk Register Development
• Assisting with the project construction budget
• Ensuring Preconstruction-Operations Turnover Meetings occur
• Assisting with Subcontractor and Vendor relationships
• Assisting with the Preconstruction Pursuit Cost Budgets
• Assisting with project procurement and buyout
• Collaborating with Preconstruction Leadership
• Collaborating and assisting the project operations team
• Participating in Preconstruction software development and maintenance
• Participating in Preconstruction Standards development
• Participating in the historical costs updates
• Other duties which may be assigned as needed
• Travel as required

Education / Experience:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent and 10 years of estimating experience preferred or 15 years relevant experience in the construction industry.

To Thrive in This Role, You'll Need:

• Demonstrated estimating experience for sitework, cast-in-place concrete, process yard piping and a working knowledge of all other disciplines
• Design-Build and CMAR project delivery method experience
• Revit or Navisworks, 3D model experience a plus
• Self-perform experience
• Strong working relationships with clients, design and trade professionals
• Ability to forecast design and materials at a conceptual level
• Ability to develop a detailed estimate at a conceptual level with minimal design
• Strong understanding of material specifications to make informed recommendations
• Experience within Water / Wastewater and Industrial markets, with bonus experience in Manufacturing, Consumer Product Goods or Food & Beverage markets
• Team Leader with the ability to manage, schedule, train and develop personnel
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Join our team and be a driving force behind our project success!

At Haskell, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, professional development opportunities, and more. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions make a difference.

Ready to take your career to new heights? Apply now and become part of the Haskell family.

Environmental Factors and / or Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, this position is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, and arm, hand and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read application / form information. The associate frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status.

Haskell will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessities. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Haskell is a Drug-Free Workplace.