Senior Estimator for Complex Commercial Projects

Hedrick-Brothers-Construction; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Profit sharing

Health coverage

Life insurance

Disability protection

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Wellness program

Apparel stipend

Training & advancement

Job summary

Hedrick Brothers Construction in West Palm Beach, FL seeks an Estimator III to independently prepare estimates on larger, complex projects from conceptual budgets through final pricing. Projects typically range around $10M, requiring sharp quantity takeoffs and bid development.

The role involves coordinating with operations, clients, architects, and suppliers, and leading bid packages with construction insights. A strong background in cost analysis and value engineering is essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related estimating experience required.
• High school diploma or GED; bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, or Civil Engineering preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, and Timberline estimating.
• Strong analytical, value-engineering, and client-facing skills.
• Reliable transportation and a valid Florida driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates across all design stages, from conceptual budgets through GMP, and analyze drawings and specifications to determine costs.
• Perform quantity take-offs and prepare bid leveling worksheets, and develop complete bid packages with input from operations.
• Review RFP requirements, prepare the bid calendar, and ensure timely completion of assigned estimates.
• Identify long-lead materials and maintain competitive bid history for statistical bidding.
• Solicit subcontractor and supplier bids, develop the subcontractor bid list, and ensure adequate coverage for each trade.
• Communicate with subcontractors on scopes and schedule, and manage RFIs and addenda during the bid process.
• Develop and maintain subcontractor relationships and seek and qualify new subcontractors.
• Inspect project sites prior to estimating and determine potential problems.
• Consult with clients, architects, subcontractors, and suppliers to formulate estimates, drive value engineering, and resolve issues.
• Work with operations on constructability and develop detailed qualifications and clarifications summaries.
• Present and review project estimates with clients, designers, and operations teams, and conduct job evaluations and turnover meetings.
• Uphold the highest standard of quality.

Skills

Analytical

Value engineering

Client-facing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in CM / Business / Civil Eng.

Tools

Microsoft Office

On-Screen Takeoff

Bluebeam

Timberline estimating

Job description

Hedrick Brothers Construction in West Palm Beach, FL seeks an Estimator III to independently prepare estimates on larger, complex projects from conceptual budgets through final pricing. Projects typically range around $10M, requiring sharp quantity takeoffs and bid development.

The role involves coordinating with operations, clients, architects, and suppliers, and leading bid packages with construction insights. A strong background in cost analysis and value engineering is essential.