Senior Estimator

Consigli Construction Co.; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Portland, Maine seeks an experienced Estimator to lead estimating efforts on complex projects. The ideal candidate will have a BS or MS in Engineering or Construction Management and at least 5 years in estimating with a minimum of 10 years in construction. Key responsibilities include analyzing documentation, preparing estimates, managing subcontractor selections, and ensuring quality control of bids. Strong communication, attention to detail, and teamwork are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in estimating field.
• 10+ years of experience in construction.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the estimating process runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Build relationships to understand client and subcontractor needs.
• Analyze documentation to prepare estimates.
• Facilitate collaboration amongst team members.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and apply unit pricing.
• Conduct risk analysis and prepare cost comparisons.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Education

BS or MS in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Specialized estimating software

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time

FSLA: Salary/Exempt

Division: Estimating

Department: Estimating

Reports to: Chief Estimator

Supervisory Duties: Yes

Lead all estimating efforts on the most complex and large-scale projects, including conceptual estimates, negotiated bids, budgets, general conditions, systems studies and comparisons, value engineering, subcontractor relations and staying abreast of industry developments applicable to estimating.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Ensure that the estimating process runs smoothly and efficiently, and client expectations are exceeded throughout the duration of the project(s).
• Build relationships to understand client, designer and subcontractor needs and expectations.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimate for projects.
• Effectively facilitates collaboration amongst team members.
• Effectively communicate with all stakeholders.
• Participate in business development activities, presentations and interviews.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and apply unit pricing for material and labor to establish a value for the work.
• Understand the full scope of the project through document review and asking questions of the design team and owner.
• Prepare value engineering and risk analysis.
• Prepare qualifications and assumptions for the estimate.
• Prepare cost comparisons/reconcile with previous estimates.
• Manage Subcontractor solicitation & selection process.
• Prepare Exhibit B, and/or scope sheets.
• Ensure quality control of bids and estimates.
• Prepare an in-house budget and GMP.

Key Skills

• Strongverbal and written communication skills.
• Extreme attention to detail required.
• Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize.
• Motivated and driven.
• Ability to work in a team environment with a primary focus on collaboration.

Required Experience

• BS or MS in Engineering or Construction Management with a minimum of 5 years of experience in estimating field.
• 10+ years of experience in construction.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft office, especially Excel.
• Proficiency in specialized estimating software.
• Understanding of the influence of market conditions on pricing.