Senior Estimator - Construction

Wainwright Talent Partners; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Wainwright Talent Partners in Boston seeks a Senior Estimator - Construction to evaluate bid specs and drawings, ensure all job details are captured, and coordinate with vendors to obtain quotes.

You will develop estimates for diverse projects, assemble bids from plans and budgets, manage RFI communications, and work with Project Management to pursue bids and budgets. Proficiency in Excel and Sage, plus strong leadership and client service, are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related field, or 4+ years' related experience.
• 5-8 years' experience in construction estimating or similar field.
• Proficient with architectural plans; read and interpret to produce sound estimates.
• Strong understanding of the construction process.
• Demonstrated leadership and excellent customer service to internal/external partners.
• Proven problem-solving ability.
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial aspects of projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and industry applications, including AI tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work the hours required to support project needs.

Responsibilities

• Submit 100% of bids and budgets by established deadlines and log data in Estimating software (Excel & Sage).
• Develop estimates and bids for projects using scopes, plans, specs, and budgets.
• Communicate bid packages and RFI's to subcontractors; analyze trades and costs.
• Create bid lists, secure subs, and incorporate value engineering ideas.
• Foster relationships with subcontractors and vendors to maximize bid options.
• Review drawings with Project Management and Chief Estimator to identify concerns.
• Follow up on bids and budgets to help close business.
• Participate in hand-off and close-out meetings; provide bid documentation.
• Inform subs of project schedule; document long lead items; ensure schedule adherence.
• Engage in buyout and negotiations with subs.
• Perform in-house take-offs; visit sites to gather data and estimate costs.
• Develop conceptual cost models and understand construction methods, productivity, materials.
• Update internal database with current pricing.
• Coordinate and attend site walk-throughs.

Skills

Reading architectural plans

Project management

Client service

Lead/leadership

Communication skills

Estimating software

AI applications

Education

Bachelor's degree or related field

Tools

Excel

Sage

Job description

About the job Senior Estimator - Construction

Description

Evaluate bid specifications and drawings thoroughly to ensure all details of the job are included in the proposal. Communicate effectively and build relationships with vendors and subcontractors to receive timely and accurate quotes for materials, equipment and resources related to the job estimate – networking is critical. Work closely with the Project Management teams to pursue bids and budgets to finalize the proposal. All proposals must be reviewed by the Chief Estimator prior to sending to ensure accuracy.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Submit 100% of bids and budgets by established deadline, including time for Chief Estimator's review. Enter all relevant information into Estimating software (Excel & Sage).
• Develop estimates and bids for potential projects applying thorough understanding of the scope for specific trades assigned. Ability and knowledge to assemble bids based on plans and specs, schematic test fits, design build, and preliminary budgets based on client's desires.
• Communicate bid package, RFI's, and necessary clarifications to subcontractors to ensure proper coverage for potential projects. Perform comprehensive analysis and scoping of assigned trades (Building Connected).
• Create bid list to fit scope of job, secure proper subs for the project, and incorporate value-engineering ideas on proposal.
• Solicit and foster relationships with subcontractors and vendors to maximize available pool for bids.
• Review drawings with Project Management team and Chief Estimator to highlight areas of concern.
• Follow up with Project Management team on submitted bids and budgets to help close business.
• Participate in hand-off and close-out meetings. Provide all bid documentation to the Project Management team.
• Inform subcontractors of project schedule, document long lead items, and gain commitment of strict adherence.
• Engage in project buyout and negotiations with subcontractors.
• Complete in-house take-off's, if required, to gather information for bids. Visit project site, gather details, and compile data to estimate all costs according to specifications.
• Develop accurate conceptual cost models; understand construction methods, productivity, equipment, systems and materials.
• Document and update internal database with current material and labor pricing.
• Coordinate and attend site walk throughs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or related field or minimum of four years' related experience.
• 5-8 years' experience in construction estimating, or similar field.
• Proficient with architectural plans; read, understand, and interpret to produce sound estimates.
• Possess strong understanding of construction process.
• Demonstrated leadership acumen and ability to provide exceptional customer service to all business partners – internal and external.
• Established problem-solving ability.
• Demonstrated money management skills – understanding how to finance a project from salaries to supplies to unexpected cash emergencies can be critical.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, and other industry related applications, including AI applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work the hours required to support project needs.