Sr. Healthcare Construction Estimator

KR Wolfe Inc.; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Senior Estimator specializing in medical and healthcare construction. This pivotal role involves estimating costs for hospitals and clinics, ensuring accurate bids while collaborating closely with project managers and clients. The ideal candidate will bring 7-10 years of experience in construction estimating, particularly in healthcare, and will be adept at using estimating software. Join a dynamic team that values strong analytical skills and offers a hybrid work environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits. If you are ready to make a significant impact in the healthcare construction sector, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(K) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Hybrid Work Flexibility

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in construction estimating, especially in healthcare projects.
• Proficient in interpreting blueprints and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage project estimates and ensure competitive bids.
• Collaborate with project managers and clients for project success.

Skills

Construction Estimating

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Estimating Software (e.g., Bluebeam)

Quickbase

Job description

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Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Estimator with expertise in medical and healthcare construction to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in estimating costs for hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities, ensuring competitive and accurate bids. This role requires strong analytical skills, industry knowledge, and the ability to collaborate with project managers and clients.

Duties And Responsibilities

1. Business Unit Management
2. Initiates new business opportunities with current client portfolio and new business development with clients
3. Maintains Business Unit customer relationship management tool in Quickbase
4. Updates project status and completion dates in database weekly
5. Works with Accounts Receivable to monitor Business Unit weekly/monthly billings and collections
6. Reviews monthly financial and operational performance of the Business Unit and completes monthly business unit reports for review with management
7. Leads team in a thoughtful and motivating manner
8. Sets and leads by example. Builds Business Unit team from Project Manager down
9. Attends all mandatory company or client meetings
10. Holds weekly calls with team
11. Prepares and delivers weekly operational reports
12. Works with Marketing Manager to maintain budget for business unit

Sales/Marketing

1. Seeks opportunities from existing clients
2. Updates customer and client communication in database
3. Attends business unit specific trade shows and events
4. Provides quarterly project highlights with photos and project summaries to marketing for promotion on the company website

Project Management

1. Creates new projects in QuickBase by defining the scope and estimating labor, material, and travel costs to deliver services while maintaining profit margins
2. Maintains communication with staff and vendors/subcontractors to ensure understanding of project scope and requirements
3. Generates and manages all project-related change orders with Director oversight
4. Oversees review and approval of all timecards and expenses for each project in database
5. Reviews project scope of work and ensures completion of inspection records and documentation
6. Manages schedule and project to budget effectively
7. Ensures project quality standards are met or exceeded
8. Manages project close-out and timely invoice processing
9. Reviews and manages contract documents, drawings, specifications, and scopes of work
10. Procures and manages vendors/subcontractors when in-house resources are unavailable
11. Obtains necessary certifications as required by clients or projects

Scheduling

1. Generates, manages, and schedules all project requests
2. Coordinates with teams to update employee skill sets and resource scheduling
3. Alerts Operations of upcoming projects affecting scheduling

Resources

1. Assists HR with employee retention and communication
2. Collaborates with HR, Operations, and Senior Management for resource planning

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience: 7-10 years in construction estimating, with at least 5 years in healthcare projects
• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam)
• Ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documents
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines

Travel Requirement

• 25% travel for site visits and travel
• Hybrid office environment

Compensation

• $100,000 - $150,000 annually
• Annual commission
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(K) with company match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Hybrid work flexibility