Chief Estimator

Yeti to Work•City of Rochester, NY

37d•$150,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

Our client is looking for a Chief Estimator to join their team in Rochester, NY. This position pays 150k - 175k/year DOE.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
10+ years of progressively responsible commercial construction estimating experience.
Previous leadership experience managing estimating teams.
Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, labor productivity, and self- perform operations.
Demonstrated experience in subcontractor procurement, scope analysis, and contract negotiations.
Proficiency with Sage estimating software, Microsoft Office Suite, and construction management technology.
Exceptional analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading estimating efforts for commercial, industrial, institutional, or multi residential projects.
Strong network of subcontractors and suppliers.
Knowledge of value engineering, conceptual estimating, budgeting, and cost modeling.
Experience collaborating with owners, architects, and design teams during preconstruction.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Estimating and Preconstruction Department. Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of self-perform estimators.
Establish estimating standards, procedures, and best practices to improve consistency and accuracy.
Oversee the preparation of detailed conceptual, schematic, design development, and final construction estimates.
Collaborate with executive leadership to develop bidding strategies that align with company goals.
Solicit, evaluate, and analyze subcontractor and vendor proposals to ensure complete, competitive pricing.
Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners to expand bid coverage and improve pricing competitiveness.
Lead scope leveling efforts to ensure all proposals are complete and comparable. Negotiate subcontractor and vendor pricing as needed to maximize project value.
Work closely with project managers, superintendents, architects, engineers, and design professionals throughout the preconstruction process.
Participate in design review meetings and provide cost guidance during project development. Support value engineering initiatives to enhance project feasibility, reduce costs, and improve overall client satisfaction.
Provide a comprehensive and organized handoff of awarded project estimates, assumptions, and scope documentation to the project management team.
Lead the preparation of bid proposals and project budgets.
Review estimates and proposals with executive leadership prior to submission.
Ensure all proposals are complete, accurate, competitive, and submitted on schedule.