Chief Estimator- Jacksonville Area

EWI Recruitment; Jacksonville (FL); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 160.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

EWI Recruitment is seeking a Chief Estimator for the Jacksonville area to lead the estimating function in a busy construction operation. This senior role requires commercial judgement, technical understanding and the ability to manage multiple tenders from early review through submission.

The successful candidate will oversee preparation of accurate, competitive cost estimates and work with pre-construction, design, procurement and project teams to ensure risks and buildability are fully

Qualificações

• Substantial estimating experience in construction, ideally on commercial/industrial or large-scale projects.
• Proven track record of leading bids and managing estimating teams.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, procurement routes and contract principles.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with stakeholders at all levels.
• Degree in quantity surveying, construction management, engineering or related discipline desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage the estimating team with clear priorities and deadlines.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work and contracts to identify requirements.
• Prepare detailed estimates, take-offs, budgets and tender submissions.
• Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identify commercial, technical and programme risks and recommend allowances.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants and internal teams during pre-construction.
• Present estimates and tender proposals to senior leadership.
• Maintain estimating procedures and cost databases.

Conhecimentos

Estimating

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Procurement

Formação

Quantity surveying degree

Construction management degree

Engineering degree

Ferramentas

Estimating software

Spreadsheets

Project management tools

Descrição da vaga

Chief Estimator – Jacksonville Area

We are seeking an experienced Chief Estimator to lead the estimating function for a busy construction operation in the Jacksonville area. This is a senior position requiring strong commercial judgement, technical understanding and the ability to manage multiple tenders from early review through to submission.

The successful candidate will oversee the preparation of accurate, competitive and comprehensive cost estimates for a range of construction projects. You will work closely with pre-construction, design, procurement and project delivery teams to ensure that risks, opportunities and buildability considerations are fully understood before tenders are submitted.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage the estimating team, establishing clear priorities, deadlines and quality standards.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work and contract documentation to identify project requirements.
• Prepare detailed estimates, quantity take-offs, budgets and tender submissions.
• Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations, ensuring costs and inclusions are properly evaluated.
• Identify commercial, technical and programme risks, recommending suitable allowances and mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, designers and internal stakeholders throughout the pre-construction process.
• Present estimates and tender proposals to senior leadership, supporting clear and informed bid decisions.
• Maintain estimating procedures, cost databases and historical project information to improve future accuracy.

About you

You will have substantial estimating experience within the construction sector, ideally gained on commercial, industrial, civil or large-scale building projects. A proven record of leading bids and managing estimating teams is essential, together with strong knowledge of construction methods, procurement routes and contract principles.

You should be highly analytical, commercially aware and confident interpreting complex technical information. Excellent communication and negotiation skills are required, as is the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Proficiency with estimating software, spreadsheets and relevant project management tools will be expected.

A degree, diploma or equivalent qualification in quantity surveying, construction management, engineering or a related discipline is desirable. The role is based in the Jacksonville area and may require occasional travel to project sites, clients and suppliers.