Chief Estimator

Franjo Construction•Homestead, PA

123d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Estimator coordinates the preparation of budget estimates based on site visits /conceptual information, and hard bid estimates. The Chief Estimator focuses on the development of bid strategies and general trade estimates. This position provides supports services as required by the management department during the preconstruction and construction phases. This position reviews the pricing and scope sheets prepared by the subcontractor trades so that they are responsible for the estimate from start to finish. The Chief Estimator reports directly to the Executive Vice President of Estimating and has a support staff including Estimating Coordinator and Estimators. This position will work out of the Pittsburgh, PA location and is assigned to the Estimating Department.

Requirements

Commercial Project Estimating
Restaurants
Schools
Car Dealerships
Office Spaces
Ground Up Buildings
Retail Spaces
Multi-Unit Housing
Results Driven.
Problem Solving/Cost Analysis
Communication and Time Management Skills
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction management or relevant experience in lieu of education.
Computer Skills; proficient in MS office, required.
Must be able to pass a 7 year background check.
We also conduct pre-employment drug testing.

Nice To Haves

Timberline and estimating software, preferred.

Responsibilities

Understand and interpret, with accuracy, project blueprints and conceptual drawings, bidding specifications, scope descriptions, contracts and related documents.
Prepare estimates, proposals, accompanying cost information and schedules.
Operate a computerized bidding system with precision and speed.
Address bid requests, estimates and proposals in a prompt, professional and courteous manner.
Determine duration of project, dollar value, reviews budget prior to submission.
Coordinate and lead Project Turn-over meetings, provide project teams with all background information for a successful completion and attend Pre-Bid meetings.
Evaluate bids from vendors and subcontractors for completeness.
Responsible to order drawings from Estimating Coordinator to estimate divisions as designated by Chief Estimator.
Conduct site visits to potential sites for investigation and prepare initial conceptual budgets based upon findings.
Develop Sub Contractor list for Bid soliciting.
Responsible for entire Bid process from inception to Bid submission.
Provide timely and cordial interaction with supporting work groups, such as Accounting, Operations, Human Resources, etc.
Review subcontractor lists and monitor progress of bid solicitation including ensuring adequate subcontractor coverage on bid day.
Other tasks as necessary or assigned.