Self Perform Sr. Estimator

Gilbane • Glastonbury, CT

5d • Remote

About The Position

Next 150 Construction, a fully owned subsidiary of Gilbane Building Company, is seeking a Senior Estimator. This role serves as the lead estimator for an entire project in coordination with the Senior Estimating Manager and acts as a subject matter expert on large complex projects. This position can be located near any U.S. based Gilbane office. Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices, consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms, committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. The company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• 5-10+ years relevant experience
• Ability to lead the estimating process and deliverable for projects throughout the design phase
• Extensive knowledge of On-Screen Take-off, Destini, and Site work software tools for take-offs
• Ability to present estimating deliverables (internally and externally) and participates in interviews during the pursuit phase
• Ability to conceptually estimate projects with limited information
• Ability to estimate multiple facility types such as residential high rise, healthcare, interiors and institutional
• Ability to estimate within multiple delivery methods
• Ability to maintain healthy working relationships with industry partners (Owners, designers, subcontractors, etc.) for the development of estimating deliverables
• Acts inclusively, showing empathy and treating others with respect and dignity
• Seeks to listen in order to understand and can convey information clearly
• Strong problem solver who can identify, prioritize, and implement alternatives for solutions
• Demonstrates adaptability by collaborating with others and supporting team members to achieve excellence
• Self-starter who shows passion, commitment, and ownership all while delivering on business outcomes and driving results
• Identifies opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value-add solutions

Nice To Haves

• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Leads the estimating deliverable for an entire project coordinated with the Senior Estimating Manager, preconstruction lead, operations team, and Business Development (BD) staff (projects ranging in size and complexity as assigned by Senior Estimating Manager)
• Coordinates the development of the Site Services general costs with the operations team, Senior Estimating Manager, and preconstruction lead to align with contract requirements and trade costs
• Develops self by training under Senior Estimating Manager/Estimating Manager for conceptual cost estimates and budgets on limited information while providing adequate written clarifications of the costing assumptions
• Reviews and understands all project plans, requirements, and specifications
• Coaches and mentors a team of estimators to develop large, multi-disciplinary estimates
• Develops and recommends appropriate contingency and allowance values with each estimating deliverable
• Determines labor and equipment costs
• Reviews and understands all bid documents while assessing project risks
• Understands project logistics and project schedule for complete alignment with the estimate and estimating deliverable
• Assists the operations team in the development of bid packages; assists in the analysis of competitive subcontract and supplier bids
• Attends scope review meetings as required to assist the operations and purchasing teams in the preparation of bid recommendations
• Connects with clients, ensuring customer satisfaction
• Develops accurate cost models within Gilbane’s costing software
• Tracks and reports on current material and labor prices, including escalation
• Determines lead times for equipment and materials; communicates with the entire project team to capture the information within the project schedule
• Develops meaningful Value Management contributions to reduce price and increase value
• Collaborates with the Owner and design team to reconcile cost estimates
• Identifies escalation factors in marketplace for specific materials and labor rates
• Develops sound conceptual pricing assumptions with sound documentation for the basis of the estimate
• Substantiates all aspects of final estimates
• Engages and participates in external communication including interviews and presentation of estimating deliverables
• Coaches and mentors less experienced team members
• Supports a positive and inclusive work environment
• May be required to assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions

Benefits

• Competitive health and welfare benefits
• Generous profit-sharing/401k plan
• Multi-dimensional training opportunities through several resources
• Award-winning Learning & Development department, Gilbane University, offers a variety of in-person and webinar-based trainings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior