Chief Estimator

Franjo Construction • Homestead, PA

16d • 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. Our Success Story: It all started in 1997 when Joe Leonello and his father started their own construction firm. They were soon joined by Joe's brother, Frank, in 2003 and, thus, Franjo Construction was formed. Since its inception, we strive to exceed our client expectations by consistently improving our products and services. We are always on the lookout for the top talent in the industry as we consider our employees one of our greatest assets. We truly celebrate our employee milestones and successes in our industry because without our employees, we would not be where we are today! We have been voted Top Workplace by our employees for 3 years in a row and have also been featured in the Pittsburgh Business Times as one of Pittsburgh's Fastest Growing Companies, Largest Area Construction Contractors, and Family Business Awards winners! Our Mission Safety, Respect, Accountability, Efficiency, Empowerment, Creativity, Loyalty... We feel strongly about every one of those, but we also feel they are the minimum every company should abide by. So, what makes us different? How do Franjo team members operate? Well, we speak to each other with radical candor. We work hard so we can play hard. We have each other's backs. We are committed to building a legacy - the Franjo Legacy. Our Mission: Uniting our team and customer to build the future. Our Vision: Exceeding expectations. Building trust. Creating value. Our Values: Persistence - Never give up Ambition - Driven to achieve the unimaginable. Confidence - Humble enough to learn from experience. Does that align with your ideals and core values? Well, great news! We are looking to add a Senior Estimator to our growing team! What you'll do: 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction management or relevant experience in lieu of education.
• Computer Skills; proficient in MS office, required.
• Results Driven.
• Problem Solving/Cost Analysis
• Communication and Time Management Skills
• Must be able to pass a 7 year background check.
• We also conduct pre-employment drug testing.
• Job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Timberline and estimating software, preferred.
• Commercial Project Estimating
• Restaurants
• Schools
• Car Dealerships
• Office Spaces
• Ground Up Buildings
• Retail Spaces
• Multi-Unit Housing

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the preparation of budget estimates based on site visits /conceptual information, and hard bid estimates.
• Focuses on the development of bid strategies and general trade estimates.
• Provides supports services as required by the management department during the preconstruction and construction phases.
• Reviews the pricing and scope sheets prepared by the subcontractor trades so that they are responsible for the estimate from start to finish.
• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package which includes, medical, dental, and vision, 401(k), employee wellness, supplemental insurance, paid time off, education and training, lunch and learns, team building outings and activities, holiday parties, and so much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees