Estimator, Program Lead

Schimenti Construction Company•Rye Brook, NY

11d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Estimator, Program Lead for our Rye Brook, NY office in Westchester County. Estimators are responsible for accurately determining the total costs associated with a construction project by executing a detailed line-item budget for each trade. The ideal candidate must have an acute attention to detail and demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with fixed deadlines.

Requirements

6+ years of experience in budgeting and Estimating for commercial construction projects.
Experience with open store remodels and store expansions for national big box retailers along with knowledge of multi-shift schedules
Experience with GMAX and/or GMP bidding strategies
Comprehensive subcontractor qualification and leveling
Proven ability to compile complete estimates and hard bid packages with trade breakdowns
Procurement and MS Project scheduling experience
Strong presentation skills and ability to lead or participate in meetings with subcontractors, clients, owners, and architects as needed
Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and deliver on deadlines for multiple concurrent projects
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Demonstrated proficiency in reading commercial construction plans and specifications
Ability to value-engineer a project
College degree preferred or comparable professional experience
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Strong knowledge of MS Project, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Procore, On-Screen Takeoff, and Building Connected experience preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed conceptual budgets and estimating from pre-construction, concept design, schematic design and design development documents
Execute detailed take-offs of all trades. Initiate and manage entire bid process (construction management and general contractor) inclusive of preparation of detailed bid package
Ensure accurate and proper submissions & proposals by all subcontractors
National, regional, and local subcontractor acquisition and prequalification for projects in new markets throughout the Northeast
Facilitate review and presentation of bids to internal project management partners and clients
Partnership with other Estimators and Estimating Coordinators supporting the Programs team to ensure accuracy and consistency of all bids
Collaboration with Project Managers to develop scope sheets and leveling sheets
Development of relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal partners
Collaborate with engineers, architects, clients, and subcontractors
Work collaboratively with field team to communicate deliverables and procurement schedules
Level subcontractor bid proposals for accuracy and scope gaps
Prepare scope of work documentation by division
Attend and lead subcontractor calls and meetings as needed
Conduct on-site walk-throughs as needed