Senior Estimator

Lithko Contracting; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Lithko Contracting in Richmond, VA is seeking a Senior Estimator for Commercial Concrete to lead take-offs, pricing, and bid strategy on large-scale projects. You will collaborate with the Chief Estimator to deliver competitive bids and accurate estimates.

This role requires 5+ years in structural concrete estimating, a Construction Management or Engineering degree, and strong skills in Word, Excel, and Outlook. Join a team delivering major commercial and industrial work across diverse markets.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural concrete estimating for large-scale self-perform General Contractors or concrete contractors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with a variety of project types, with a focus on commercial and industrial projects over $1 million.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Estimate Setup: establish estimates with alternates, general conditions, vendor and subcontractor pricing, labor production, and wage rates per bid strategy.
• Conceptual Estimating: develop conceptual estimates from limited information with accurate alternates and pricing.
• Detailed Take-Offs: perform detailed take-offs for concrete scope items.
• Proposal Preparation: create comprehensive proposals with scope, terms, and detailed bid pricing.
• Project Information Management: deliver accurate information to team during turnover and planning.
• Team Support: guide estimators and coordinators in processes and tools, validate estimate accuracy.
• Operations Coordination: ensure operations team receives correct detailed information for execution.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Senior Estimator - Commercial Concrete

Lithko Contracting is seeking a Senior Estimator in Commercial Concrete to join our team in Richmond! In this role, you will support the Chief Estimator and team in all aspects of estimating, including quantity take-offs, pricing, and bidding for commercial and industrial projects. This position is critical for ensuring accurate and competitive bids, contributing to the successful acquisition and execution of projects. Current pursuits include manufacturing, datacenters, healthcare, higher-education, light-industrial, and mid & high-rise vertical structures.

Who We Are

At Lithko Contracting, you’ll be part of a team that’s leading the way in concrete construction. Our expertise spans various industries, including industrial and manufacturing facilities, healthcare and educational institutions, chip plants, and data centers. Each year, we place over 100 million square feet of concrete and generate over $1.7 billion in revenue. With more than 25 locations across the nation and over 5,000 coworkers, Lithko offers ample opportunities to advance your skills, grow your career, and build beyond expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Estimate Setup: Establish estimates with appropriate alternates, general conditions, vendor and subcontractor pricing, labor production, and wage rates in alignment with the bid strategy.
• Conceptual Estimating: Develop conceptual estimates from limited information, ensuring the inclusion of accurate alternates, general conditions, and pricing.
• Detailed Take-Offs: Perform detailed take-offs by identifying and quantifying all concrete scope items.
• Proposal Preparation: Create comprehensive customer proposals that include precise scope, terms, conditions, and a detailed breakdown of bid pricing.
• Project Information Management: Deliver accurate project information to the team during turnover and planning phases to ensure seamless project execution.
• Team Support: Guide estimators and project coordinators in task assignments, proper use of processes, and tools, validating the accuracy and completeness of estimates produced by the team.
• Operations Coordination: Ensure that the operations team receives correct and detailed information necessary for effective project execution.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural concrete estimating for large-scale self-perform General Contractors or concrete contractors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with a variety of project types, with a particular focus on commercial and industrial projects valued over $1 million.
• Solid understanding of construction principles, as well as experience with both negotiated and hard bid processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering required.