Senior Estimator

Full Job Description

About Us

• The client is a leading Construction Manager and General Contractor, as well as a nationally recognized self-performing concrete contractor. We take pride in tackling some of the most complex and high-profile projects in the country, including luxury high-rise hotels, mixed-use developments, stadiums, universities, and municipal projects.
• Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and craftsmanship. We value people who take ownership, lead with integrity, and share our commitment to safety and quality. At the client, you will join a family-owned company with four generations of experience, where we recognize your expertise and support your growth.
  
  

About The Job

The Estimator will provide and direct full estimating services in the company's General Contracting/ Construction Management division and its Self-Perform Concrete group when needed. Estimating services will be for smaller-sized projects as defined by Executive Management as well as be part of the estimating team on larger projects. The estimator will be required to perform and direct all duties on lump sum and conceptual formats.

Primary Responsibilities

• Will lead all aspects of each project assigned, including but not limited to:
• Will utilize and maintain project estimating templates.
• Will set up each estimate and perform "accurate" in-house estimates for all or applicable trades of work, temporary facilities, winter/summer conditions, etc.
• Will engage, direct, and interact with subcontractors and suppliers in all trades.
• Will review all project documents including but not limited to specifications, geotechnical reports, drawings, contract & general conditions of the contract, schedule, etc.
• Understand bond and insurance requirements for each project and interact with the accounting department.
• Interact with project supervision for schedule, constructability, site usage, and site logistics.
• Interact with project management regarding schedule, constructability, staffing, and site usage.
• Conduct fee analysis, develop general conditions, and staffing plans.
• Develop strategies to understand project challenges and secure project awards.
• Interact with the Self-perform concrete group to coordinate to perform takeoffs, understand scope, and secure supplier proposals.
• Review and understand Contract and General Conditions requirements of each project and interact with the client's General Counsel.
• Constant interaction with subcontractors for scope, current & forecast pricing, product availability, and development of relationships.
• Understand project safety requirements and interact with Corporate Safety.
• Maintain, review, and incorporate historical data in consideration of estimates.
• Develop subcontractor bid lists.
• On lump sum bid projects, develop a bid strategy to secure work.
• Develop project schedules and analyze schedules created by others.
• Develop detailed and complete scopes of work for subcontractor bidding, Purchase Orders, and Subcontract execution.
• Develop relationships with project Owners, Design professionals, and or General Contractors/CM's (if applicable) to ensure repeat business.
• Draft purchase orders and subcontracts and ready all trades for awards.
• Perform productivity analysis, unit pricing, and man-hour analysis in consideration of each estimate across all trades.
• Prepare proposals and clarifications for contracts with the Owner.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, walk the site, and conduct pre-bid meetings as necessary.
• Provide technical support to in-house and subcontractor personnel assisting and preparing discipline estimates for assigned projects.
• Ensure all working documents and data are maintained to back up estimate costs.
• Evaluate all bids received from suppliers and subcontractors for completeness and identify missing scope.
• Lead and conduct post-bid review meetings with all trades of work in partnership with the client's project team members.
• Perform construction system cost analysis and value engineering.
• Initiate Committed Cost Reports for each project and maintain through the life of all project awards.
• Assist project team members during construction on scope and pricing efforts when requested.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.
• Lead and perform project handoff meeting to operations.
  
  

Qualifications / Skills

• Has experience with Estimating or Project Management and has comprehension of how to read drawings/specifications, conduct takeoffs, quantity summarization, and knowledge of CSI divisions.
• Possesses working competency with the following software: Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Project), Bluebeam, Procore, Egnyte, Building Connected, ProEst, and Onscreen Takeoff.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Highly organized. Excellent communication skills, including an excellent command of English (speaking, reading, writing).
• Knowledge of communicative behavior and leading discussions, negotiations, providing feedback, managing conflicts, and providing a positive, motivating environment for the project team.
• Self-motivated, willing to learn. Strong leadership and team-player skills to drive effective outcomes through others.
• General understanding of US (United States) regulations, local and national codes, legislation, and industry trends.
• Position requires the ability to work in an organized manner in a fast-paced environment and manage time to meet deadlines.
• Working conditions vary from that of a dry, well-lit, and temperature-controlled office-only environment to working onsite in a construction portable office that may include loud noise and extreme temperatures.
• Can commute to work in the Macomb office, Detroit office, or on a project jobsite(s). On rare occasions, based on availability of personnel and project requirements, executive management may determine a hybrid management approach may be in the best interest of the company.
• Bachelor's Degree
  
  

Why us

• We offer competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a culture that values teamwork, innovation, and results. Our projects challenge and inspire, giving you the chance to build structures that shape skylines and strengthen communities.
• The client is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and respect for all. We believe great teams are built through shared purpose and collaboration. Join us in building something extraordinary together.
  
  

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance
• Work Location: In person, Macomb, MI