What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Conceptional Estimator position at C.D. Smith?
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for overseeing conceptual and negotiated projects throughout preconstruction phase. Provide leadership and project guidance as it relates to conceptual estimating, pricing, value engineering, scheduling, and profitability of projects.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Integral member or in some cases oversight of preconstruction activities:
Integrated project team and project goal development
Conceptual budget/estimating & identify future scope
Produce schedule blocking and work with team members on phasing and logistics
Organize, identify, and track tasks related to preconstruction
Perform take-offs of construction documents and input into spreadsheets and estimating programs.
Create and implement procedures for conducting estimates including creation of spreadsheets, formulas and presentation formats for estimates.
Evaluate subcontractors, suppliers, and material costs and pricing structure.
Seeks, qualify and incorporate subcontractors and suppliers into project plan.
Project Logistics Planning
Responsible for estimating and budgeting of conceptual and negotiated projects
Evaluate materials and phases of projects for cost saving alternative approaches through value engineering and cost analysis.
Attend and participate in project planning and coordination meetings.
Guide the execution of multiple projects through preconstruction activities and phases.
Collaborate with leadership, owners and architects throughout preconstruction phase of the projects.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or related field.
10 years of progressively responsible related job experience in the construction industry.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
In-depth understanding of pre-development/pre-construction, conceptual estimating, budgeting, cost analysis, value engineering, cost control, and scheduling.
Ability to travel to project work sites, valid driver's license.
Ability to clearly and actively communicate with project teams internally and externally.
C.D. Smith is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law. Unlawful discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics will not be tolerated.