Senior Estimator

Consigli Construction Co.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an Estimator to lead all estimating efforts on complex, large-scale projects. Responsibilities include preparing time and cost estimates, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring a smooth estimating process. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years in construction, with a BS or MS in Engineering or Construction Management. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Excel are required. This position offers a full-time role within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the estimating field.
• 10+ years of experience in construction.
• Strong proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth estimating process and exceed client expectations.
• Analyze documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates.
• Prepare cost comparisons and reconcile with previous estimates.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Extreme attention to detail

Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities

Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize

Motivated and driven

Team collaboration

Education

BS or MS in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.