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Senior Concrete Estimator
The Haskell Company. Lead preconstruction projects in estimating and provide accurate, detailed cost estimates .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in estimating, particularly in structural concrete and conceptual modeling, while effectively managing subcontractor relationships and leading preconstruction teams. Proficient in utilizing estimating software and maintaining compliance with industry standards.
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Structural Concrete EstimatingConceptual EstimatingEstimating Software ProficiencySubcontractor Relationship ManagementLeadership and Training
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Hard Skills
EstimatingBudget ControlCost ControlRisk AssessmentValue EngineeringConstruction SchedulingDesign ReviewScope ClarificationBid Strategy DevelopmentSelf-Perform Estimating
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationTeam LeadershipClient Relationship ManagementTraining and MentoringCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Beck DestiniAccubidBluebeamInSiteMicrosoft Office Suite
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor of Science Degree in EngineeringConstruction Management
Industry Keywords
PreconstructionDesign-BuildCMARWater/Wastewater ProjectsEstimating Standards
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead preconstruction projects in estimating and provide accurate, detailed cost estimates
- Act as point of contact for the progression of preconstruction pursuits
- Coordinate and conduct preconstruction meetings with Project Directors, Architects, and Engineers
- Assist the Director of Preconstruction and/or Chief Estimator with final bid closeout
- Participate in design review and estimate plan meetings
- Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and estimate contents
- Determine estimating resource requirements and assist with resource assignments
- Lead teams of estimators assigned to proposals
- Create project General Conditions and master estimate formats, including work breakdown structures and forecasted wage rates
- Prepare, review, and coordinate detailed estimates at various design levels
- Establish bid strategies and assess risks
- Review construction schedules and develop scope-of-work clarifications
- Coordinate pre-bid site visits and lead pre-bid meetings when required
- Conduct preconstruction and operations estimate reviews
- Assess value-engineering options based on cost, schedule, and constructability
- Estimate self-perform scopes of work
- Engage in specific RFIs as needed
- Review design options and recommend solutions based on cost, engineering quality, construction method, and schedule
- Prepare and review final bid packages
- Build and maintain subcontractor relationships
- Develop subcontractor search and communication strategies
- Obtain at least three quotes per bid package unless otherwise agreed
- Verify subcontractor qualifications and conduct subcontractor analysis
- Organize and lead scope review meetings and recommend selections
- Develop Small and/or WMBE business participation engagement plans for applicable federal or public-sector projects
- Assist with risk register, contract manual, and bid book development
- Maintain strong internal and external client relationships
- Participate in design scope reviews throughout preconstruction
- Establish or participate in project budget development
- Ensure accounting budget submissions comply with corporate cost-coding standards
- Assist with subcontractor selection and change orders
- Participate in lessons-learned meetings and communicate cost lessons to preconstruction
- Follow projects during construction through site visits and meetings to track cost accuracy
- Maintain historical cost data, estimating files, supplier pricing, subcontractor databases, bid forms, bid packages, and estimating databases
- Train preconstruction staff and other personnel
- Assist with training program development and maintenance
- Assist with employee performance reviews and career development
- Lead estimating resources and ensure the preconstruction process is communicated and utilized
- Support other department personnel, including preparing estimates in other disciplines
- Work closely with the Project Director and/or Chief Estimator on overall preconstruction coordination
- Meet with subcontractors, attend bid walks, project site visits, conferences, and active construction projects as necessary
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or accredited construction related curriculum
- 5-8 years of estimating experience
- Structural concrete estimating experience and technical expertise
- Strong self-perform concrete estimating skills
- Deep constructability expertise and ability to identify risk
- Strong subcontractor, supplier, and market partner relationship management
- Conceptual estimating and modeling capabilities
- Strong preference for experience with water/wastewater projects
- Experience in estimating, scheduling, budget/cost control, construction, external and internal client relationships, and subcontractor/vendor relationships and knowledge
- Knowledge of estimating software, preferably Beck Destini, Accubid, Bluebeam, InSite, etc.
- Excellent computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite programs
- Ability to understand owner/engineer requirements and work with conceptual information
- Demonstrated success in managing preconstruction pursuits
- Ability to train others and monitor their work for quality and completeness
- Demonstrated success in managing support staff
- Knowledge of industry standard bid practice
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal clients, external clients, and subcontractors
- Must possess strong leadership qualities and communication skills
- Proven experience with Design-Build and CMAR project delivery methods
- Ability to travel approximately 10-25%
- Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate or carry light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds
- Good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, and visual acuity
- Ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations
Benefits
Comp & perks- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Professional development opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
- Drug-free workplace