Senior Estimator

Harkins Builders, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Profit Sharing Program

Performance Bonus

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation & Sick Leave

Mileage and Expense Reimbursement

Phone Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Harkins Builders, Inc. in Richmond, VA, seeks a Senior Estimator to lead commercial and multi-family take-offs, develop budgets from plans, and coordinate with Project Managers to finalize contract documents.

The role emphasizes strong Excel and estimating software skills, plus mentoring of junior estimators and an active pursuit of new work opportunities in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or related discipline.
• Minimum of three to five (3-5) years of experience in estimating.
• Experience with budgeting, take-offs, and use of estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Perform commercial and multi-family construction take-offs.
• Interpret plans and specs and identify value-adding opportunities.
• Create construction budgets from preliminary and schematic documents.
• Estimate and control design on design-build projects.
• Review scope and finalize budget for turnover to Project Manager.
• Develop preconstruction schedules for use through the process.
• Coordinate plans and specs with project teams.
• Apply unit costs to develop conceptual estimates.
• Conduct site analysis and earthwork takeoffs.
• Engage and collaborate with subcontractors and owners.

Skills

Estimating

Budgeting

Take-offs

Team Leadership

Communication

Value Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

On-Screen Takeoff

Phoenix Project Management

Insite

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Harkins Builders

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Position Title: Senior Estimator
Location: Richmond, VA

ABOUT HARKINS

Harkins is a diversified, 100% employee owned construction management company specializing in multifamily, senior living, government, and commercial projects since 1965. As employee-owners, we are passionate about creating growth opportunities and rewarding careers for each other while building relationships and improving the lives of the people with whom we work and live. Our employee-owners receive the support they need to be successful in their careers, serve their communities, and maintain a reasonable work-life balance. Building exceptional is not just about the projects we complete, it is also about the opportunities we create, the relationships we build, and the communities we serve.

Harkins Builders is consistently ranked among the best companies to work for, and we aspire to be the most respected and renowned builder for excellence, leadership, integrity, and unsurpassed value.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Perform commercial and multi-family construction take-offs.
• Thorough understanding and interpretation of plans and specifications and the ability to recognize opportunities for value analysis.
• Ability to conceptualize and create construction budgets based on preliminary and schematic documents.
• Ability to estimate and control design of design build projects.
• Review scope and finalize construction budget for transition to Project Manager and site team.
• Ability to create and track a preconstruction design schedule to utilize through the preconstruction process.
• Analyze and coordinate plans and specifications.
• Apply unit costs to develop conceptual estimates.
• Perform site analysis, cut-to-fill studies, and geotechnical analysis.
• Actively seek out new work through all possible sources.
• Solicit subcontractors for projects and maintain strong subcontractor relationships.
• Seek out and maintain local subcontractor network.
• Engage and work with Project Managers on all projects.
• Work with Owner and Architect teams to develop and finalize contract documents.
• Oversee assigned estimators' work, and provide coaching and mentoring to enhance personal and professional development.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or related discipline.
• Minimum of three to five (3-5) years of experience in estimating.
• Experienced with Microsoft Excel (specifically for budgeting, data entry, and general use of formulas and formatting cells); Bluebeam (or other PDF reading and editing software); Microsoft Office (ie., Outlook, Word, etc.); Microsoft Teams; Procore (or similar construction management/bid management/contact database software).
• Experienced with Phoenix Project Management (for scheduling); Insite (or other cut-fill software for earthwork takeoffs); OnScreen Takeoff (or similar estimating software).
• Knowledgeable with CSI formats and ability to read and interpret plans and specs.
• Knowledgeable in construction industry, scheduling, contract law, contract types, and contract negotiations.
• Knowledgeable with regional marketplace, pricing, and subcontractor community.
• General understanding of financing programs (ie., HUD, CDA, DHCD, etc.) and their impact on Contract Types and their potential impact overall to the project.
• Field experience (preferred, not required).
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to multi-task, cope with many issues, and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong negotiating and supervisory skills.
• Team player with ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interact and function professionally with all parties.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Harkins Builders is an equal opportunity employer. The company is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants for employment, as well as to all its employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ancestry or national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. In addition, the company provides reasonable accommodation to any disabled applicant in connection with the employment process, as well as to its employees in connection with all aspects of their employment.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

Harkins offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, short & long-term disability, HSA/FSA, tuition reimbursement, and mileage and expense reimbursement. For this role, the base salary range is $90,000-$120,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Life & Disability
• HSA/FSA
• 401k Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Profit Sharing Program
• Performance Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
• Mileage and Expense Reimbursement
• Phone Allowance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Jury Duty Pay
• Bereavement Pay
• Training Programs & Seminars
• Wellness Programs
• Health Fair
• Workers' Compensation
• Membership with Associated Builders & Contractors Association and other Professional Organizations
• Product Discounts with GE and other vendors
• Employee Award and Recognition Programs
• Discounts on Financial Planning
• Tower Federal Credit Union Membership