Senior Estimator – Lead Large-Scale Construction Bids

Flatiron Construction Corp; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Flatiron Construction Corp in Denver, CO is seeking a Chief Estimator to lead pursuit and estimating activities for large, complex projects. You will drive cost-effective quantities, risk assessment and bid strategies to meet schedule and pricing goals.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, 10+ years in construction estimation, and expert use of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software, with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in construction estimating or cost control.
• Experience leading pursuit and estimating activities for large or complex projects.
• Construction, design, finance and management experience required.
• Expert knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software.
• Specialized knowledge in alternative construction delivery methods.
• Ability to lead pursuit and estimating activities on large/complex projects.
• Expert knowledge of best practices to control and reduce pursuit costs, quantities and risk.
• Advanced knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software.
• Strong communication and technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Review proposal specifications, drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope and contents of estimate.
• Incorporate historical data from POs, subcontracts, and productivity reports into takeoffs and hours.
• Provide technical and industry knowledge on risk, contract management, owner relationships, and vendor partnerships.
• Organize and supervise estimating teams to prepare bids and select vendors or subs.
• Delegate review of project requirements to meet disadvantaged business and minority participation goals.
• Prepare discipline estimates by complete takeoff calculations and quantity requirements from drawings.
• Partner with team to conduct hand-off meetings between pursuit and project management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cost control

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software

Job description

Flatiron Construction Corp in Denver, CO is seeking a Chief Estimator to lead pursuit and estimating activities for large, complex projects. You will drive cost-effective quantities, risk assessment and bid strategies to meet schedule and pricing goals.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, 10+ years in construction estimation, and expert use of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software, with strong leadership and communication skills.