Senior Estimator

Graywolf; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Graywolf seeks a Senior Estimator in Mesa, AZ to produce accurate estimates for small to large complex industrial projects. You will collaborate with fabrication, purchasing, pre-construction, and vendors to deliver thoroughly priced bids.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in industrial estimation, a background in structural steel, and a bachelor’s degree in CM or Engineering. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in industrial construction with complex projects.
• Structural steel experience required unless degree in CM/Engineering or related field.
• Strong analytical and communication abilities; able to supervise or lead estimators.

Responsibilities

• Review blueprints and specs to prepare accurate project estimates.
• Prepare detailed estimates and change orders with deadlines in mind.
• Takeoffs of steel materials, shop labor, field erection, and equipment costs.
• Collaborate with project team on fabrication and erection to spec.
• Identify risks impacting costs and communicate them to management.
• Interpret bid instructions and prepare comprehensive price estimates.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Job description

Overview

As a Senior Estimator, you will produce accurate, detail-oriented estimates on small and large complex projects. This will be accomplished through collaborative efforts with various GWICC disciplines such as fabrication, purchasing, filed erection, pre-construction, sub-fabrication and 3rd party vendors. Our Estimators provide the business with estimates that can be accurately interpreted and executed by our pre-construction team.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze blueprints, project specifications, and other documentation presented by the client, to accurately prepare and estimate projects.
• Prepare detail oriented and accurate estimates on new projects and estimate prices for any change orders on existing contracts, meeting assigned deadlines.
• Prepare take off of steel materials, estimate all necessary shop labor and field erection, estimate materials, buyout items and equipment cost etc. to prepare a thorough bid estimate.
• Collaborate with project team members on building to specifications in fabrication and erection.
• Appraise and communicate to management team any potential risks and/or conditions not fully captured in estimate that may impact costs of the project.
• Read and interpret job bid instructions, detailed specifications, prepare a “take off” of materials included in the job, estimate all necessary labor, materials, buyout items, equipment costs (including crane costs) to prepare a through price estimate.
• Be comfortable to discuss alternative recommendations on projects in which management requires alternative estimates to meet client needs.
• Work directly with Sales and Pre-construction Teams to understand size and scope of projects along with timelines and applicable project deadlines.
• Adhere to and follow the GWICC estimating guidelines and procedures.
• Type up all estimates in our in house computer program, enter takeoffs, drawing numbers etc.
• Interact with other key team members in a professional manner

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in industrial construction with demonstrated success on complex projects. Structural Steel experience is required unless holding a bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Prior supervisory or lead estimator experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to interpret detailed drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and industry estimating software.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.

Education:Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent industry experience will be considered.

At Graywolf, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. Our team environment is based on respect, effective communications, and accountability. We believe employees should have great working conditions along with opportunities to grow and develop. We proudly promote a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has a chance to be successful. Graywolf is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an Affirmitive Action Plan. We value Diversity.