Senior Construction Estimator

SolomonEdwards; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SolomonEdwards seeks a Senior Construction Estimator to support capital projects in the life sciences sector. You will develop and submit detailed estimates, review drawings and take-offs, and collaborate with design/validation teams to optimize costs.

Travel to project sites and meetings is required, with an emphasis on accuracy and timely delivery. You should have 7+ years of estimating experience in life sciences, proficiency with CSI formats, and strong Excel/Bluebeam capabilities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction cost estimating experience focused on Life Science/Pharmaceutical estimating.
• Ability to use estimating software and historical cost data for projections.
• Experience with on-screen takeoff or Bluebeam and CSI estimating formats.
• Proficiency in Excel proposals and cost detail presentation.

Responsibilities

• Create well-organized, high-quality written estimates for projects.
• Review plans, specs, take-offs, I&C to understand estimate intent.
• Collaborate with design and validation teams to offer cost-effective alternates.
• Manage projects from estimating through construction administration.
• Travel occasionally for project visits or meetings.

Education

BS degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

Excel

Procore

Takeoff software

Job description

Our client, an established and highly respected consulting engineering and management firm is currently seeking an experienced Senior Construction Estimator to support new and ongoing capital projects.

Additional Responsibilities

• Create and submit well-organized, high-quality written estimates for all portions of a construction project, including key clarifications related to that cost.
• Knowledge of the Massachusetts and New Hampshire Market and have relationships with trade partners.
• Prepare construction and installation estimates from feasibility studies, conceptual designs, preliminary designs, or detailed designs.
• Review all project plans, specifications, take-offs, I&C, and documents to gain a full understanding of the intended use of the estimate.
• Collaborate with the design and validation teams and offer cost-effective alternates.
• Prepare cost estimates for small- and large-scale jobs.
• Manage projects from estimating/bidding, detailing, product purchasing, delivery, scheduling, installation, and construction administration.
• Calculate the estimated cost, supplemented by adjustments for overhead and profit, and present a final price.
• Develop accurate labor and material costs with accurate quantity take-offs.
• Maintain strong working relationships with the design team, validation team, sub-contractors, sub-consultants, OEMs, and suppliers.
• Develop and maintain relationships with trade contractors and end-users in targeted regions.
• Coordinate with Design Group construction teams as required to maintain current cost data.
• Make an impact day-to-day with your skills and expertise, strengthening that relationship with our clients and team.
• This role will require occasional travel for project visits or meetings.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 7+ years of construction cost estimating experience focused on Life Science/Pharmaceutical estimating from the conceptual stage through buyout.
• Demonstrated knowledge of estimating practices and procedures utilizing estimating software.
• Prior experience utilizing on-screen takeoff or Bluebeam and estimating databases.
• Strong understanding of CSI Estimating Format and able to put into an Excel format for proposals.
• Prior experience in gathering and utilizing historical cost information as well as a network of trusted subcontractors
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to understand project schedules.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple projects.
• Demonstrated ability to work in teams and gather subcontractor input for optimizing project performance.
• A willingness to travel for project requirements, including installation and start-up activities, client and company-sponsored meetings, trainings, industry-related seminars, forums, and conventions.
• Experience working on large commercial/industrial projects (both greenfield and brownfield/renovations).
• Read and understand construction, installation, and IFC documents: details and drawings.
• Self-motivated individual with good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Procore & Project).

Preferred Qualifications

• BS degree in Construction Management or Engineering.