Senior Estimator

Colonial Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 102,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Contracting is seeking a Senior Estimator for PCI Cincinnati 581 operations, based in Cincinnati, OH. The role involves preparing RFPs, evaluating subcontractor bids, and leading the estimating team to deliver accurate cost analyses and compelling proposals.

Ideal candidates will have 5–7 years of estimating construction projects and a total of 10+ years in the industry, with proficiency in On-Screen Takeoff, Quick Bid, and Procore. Local candidates are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of estimating construction projects experience
• 10+ years in the construction industry total experience
• Experience estimating or managing specialty scopes
• Ability to read specs and drawings for PCI scopes
• Strong customer relationship skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Proficient with scheduling and cost analysis

Responsibilities

• Prepare RFPs for applicable scopes
• Evaluate subcontractor quotes and bid documents
• Develop relationships with local customers to support PCI objectives
• Work with owners, managers, architects, engineers, and contractors
• Attend pre-bid site walk-throughs
• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and estimates
• Write detailed proposals and ensure completeness
• Prepare bid analyses and financial job cost analyses
• Source subcontractors, materials, and equipment
• Provide training and leadership to Estimating team
• Participate in bid strategy meetings for major pursuits

Skills

Estimating

Read drawings/specs

Cost analysis

Takeoffs

On-Screen Takeoff

Quick Bid

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam Revu

Procore

Plan Swift

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CM/Construction related field

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Quick Bid

Bluebeam Revu

PlanSwift

Procore

Job description

Job Description

Performance Contracting is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator for its PCI Cincinnati 581 operations based in Cincinnati, OH.

Job responsibilities include:

• Prepare Requests for Proposal (RFP) for applicable scopes of work
• Receive and evaluate subcontractor quotes for applicable scopes and their alignment with bid documents
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with the local customer base to support PCI’s Customer Alignment objectives
• Work directly with owners, construction managers, architects, engineers, and contractors
• Attend pre-bid site walk-throughs
• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and estimates
• Dissect projects into functional stages
• Carefully review project schedules related to applicable scopes
• Write detailed proposals, maintaining accuracy and ensuring completeness
• Prepare bid analyses and conduct bid reviews
• Prepare financial job cost analyses
• Source subcontractors, materials, and equipment while evaluating competitive pricing
• Provide training and leadership to other members of the Estimating team, as needed
• Maintain accountability and ownership of business metrics and sales plans
• Participate in bid strategy meetings for all major pursuits

Salary range: $102,000 - $120,000 annual salary plus non-guaranteed annualized bonus program.

This position is safety-sensitive.

Basic Requirements

• Must have at least 5-7 years’ experience estimating construction projects
• Must have at least 10 years of total experience within the construction industry
• Experience with estimating or managing specialty scopes of construction
• Strong ability to read, understand, and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI’s scopes of work, specifications, materials, and methods
• Has a record of establishing and maintaining strong customer relationships
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills
• Possess a high level of attention to detail and cost analysis skills
• Ability to accurately read project schedules to determine sequencing and durations of scopes of work
• Proficiency with computer takeoff and estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff and Quick Bid
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (e.g., Excel, Word), Bluebeam Revu, Procore, or Plan Swift
• Ability to work effectively both in a collaborative team environment and independently
• Has capacity and willingness to expand upon or acquire new knowledge about product lines/scopes
• Possess critical-thinking and problem-solving skills

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Construction Science, or related discipline
• Experience with Quick Bid, On Screen Takeoffs, BuzzBid
• OSHA certification
• Experience working with union representatives
• Local to Cincinnati, OH Metro area

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.