GC Senior Estimator

Span Construction & Engineering•Madera, CA

1d•$90,000 - $130,000

About The Position

As a Senior Estimator, you'll lead the estimation process for general construction projects, driving optimization in project feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and overall success. You will spearhead the preparation of detailed cost estimates, mentor junior staff, and ensure alignment with project goals and client expectations, with your expertise serving as a key driver in strategic decision-making.

Requirements

Minimum of 7 years’ experience as a General Construction Estimator or a combination of Project Manager and Estimator experience.
Advanced knowledge and expertise in the design-build or general construction industry with familiarity with the CSI format and what is included in each division.
Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
Strong communication skills.
Experience with federal, state, regional, and local laws and regulations related to the construction industry.
Ability to discern and point out potential design conflicts.
Strong technical writing skills for proposals.
Strong mathematical abilities and skills.
Working knowledge of: General construction equipment, Building materials, Construction techniques and means and methods, Plan set types and levels.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; Outlook, Excel, Word.
Microsoft Project Professional scheduling software.
Bluebeam, Adobe Pro, eTakeoff.
Must have a valid drivers' license.
Must be able to be insured on the Company's insurance policy as a driver for the Company.
Must be able to receive instruction and supervision.
Possess and conduct their work with the highest ethical standards.
Strong estimating, communication, financial, analysis, budgeting, purchasing, influencing, and negotiating skills.
Additional duties as assigned.

Nice To Haves

Experience with self performing work and production estimation for structures ranging anywhere from 20,000 to 1+ million square feet.
Expertise in labor cost estimation is a plus.
Deep understanding of construction processes and market dynamics.
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to take on multiple projects and meticulously track all projects through to completion.
Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, MS Office Suite including MS Project and AutoCAD and estimation software.
Sage Estimating, preferred but not required.
Procore, preferred but not required.
Building Connected, preferred but not required.
BIM360, preferred but not required.
Smartsheets, preferred but not required.
AutoCAD, Revit or Navisworks, preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Manage bid processes, securing competitive subcontractor bids, and optimizing vendor selection for increased project profitability.
Strategically engage in the design phase and conduct comprehensive plan analysis including detailed assessments of material requirements, labor resources, and project specifications.
Produce accurate and competitive estimates and proposals that incorporate scheduling, considerations for potential risks, value engineering. opportunities, and construction methodologies.
Lead document control, ensuring seamless coordination and high efficiency throughout the estimation process.
Enhance cost estimation accuracy through efficient quantity take-offs and alignment of SPAN takeoffs with trade proposals.
Proactively manage RFIs to resolve discrepancies, ensuring clarity for clients and minimizing potential monetary or time impacts.
Leverage cost data from completed projects to establish a robust historical database, optimizing future estimate accuracy.
Analyze completed projects, comparing estimated costs to actual costs, and provide actionable recommendations for continuous improvement.
Cultivate robust relationships with clients and cross-disciplinary professionals, fostering a collaborative project environment.
Conducted in-depth research on current market trends, material pricing, labor rates, and other cost-related factors, contributing to informed decision-making and cost optimization.