Senior Estimator

Lithko Contracting, LLC.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Lithko Contracting, LLC. in Richmond, VA, seeks a Senior Estimator in Commercial Concrete to join our team. You will support the Chief Estimator in all aspects of estimating for commercial and industrial projects.

Responsibilities include detailed take-offs, pricing, bid preparation, and coordinating with operations to ensure accurate, competitive bids and successful project execution. A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and a degree are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural concrete estimating for large-scale self-perform General Contractors or concrete contractors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with commercial and industrial projects valued over $1 million.
• Solid understanding of construction principles and negotiated vs hard bid processes.

Responsibilities

• Estimate Setup: Establish estimates with alternates, general conditions, pricing, labor production, and wage rates according to bid strategy.
• Conceptual Estimating: Develop conceptual estimates from limited information with appropriate alternates and pricing.
• Detailed Take-Offs: Perform detailed take-offs for concrete scope items.
• Proposal Preparation: Create comprehensive customer proposals with detailed bid pricing.
• Project Information Management: Deliver accurate project information during turnover and planning phases.
• Team Support: Guide estimators and coordinators in tasks and processes to ensure estimate accuracy.
• Operations Coordination: Ensure operations receives correct information for project execution.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

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.