Senior Estimator

Performance Contracting, Inc. (PCI); Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentive bonus plan

ESOP

401(k) with match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Performance Contracting, Inc., a PCI group company, is seeking a Senior Estimator for its Des Moines, IA operations. You will lead estimating activities, develop bid strategies, and coordinate with owners, consultants, and subcontractors to finalize competitive bids.

Responsibilities include preparing detailed takeoffs, evaluating quotes, and delivering accurate proposals. Requires 5–7 years estimating and 10+ years in construction; software proficiency with industry tools is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years estimating construction projects.
• Must have 10+ years total construction experience.
• Experience estimating or managing specialty scopes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare RFPs for applicable scopes of work.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotes and align with bid documents.
• Develop relationships with local customers to support PCI objectives.
• Collaborate with owners, CM, architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Attend pre-bid site walks and prepare detailed takeoffs and estimates.
• Lead bid strategy meetings for major pursuits.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Customer relations

Cost analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Quick Bid

Bluebeam Revu

Procore

PlanSwift

Job description

Company Overview

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non-residential construction markets. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, as well as supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness that allows you to contribute to your fullest potential. We place high value on training and professional development, encouraging you to broaden and strengthen your unique skill sets so you can fully realize your potential.

Job Description

Performance Contracting is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator for its Des Moines, IA #587 operations based in Des Moines, IA. This individual will be responsible for estimating PCI scopes of work.

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: $90,000 - $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 PlanSwift
• 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 drywall and framing for commercial interior projects.
• OSHA certification
• Experience working with union representatives
• Local to Des Moines, IA

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Incentive bonus plan
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays

PCG provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

PCG is a background screening, drug-free workplace. In accordance with the provisions of Tennessee Code Annotated (T.C.A.), Title 50, Chapter 9, PCG’s Drug-Free Workplace Program includes drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process and throughout employment, as applicable.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.