Self-Perform Wood Framing Senior Estimator

Haselden Construction•Centennial, CO

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Haselden Construction, a recipient of the Denver Post Top Workplaces award for seven consecutive years, is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their Self-Perform Wood Framing team in Centennial. The company offers a progressive, positive, and challenging work environment with cutting-edge tools for career growth and personal development. They pride themselves on an extensive benefits program, a dynamic team atmosphere, and strong core values, ensuring the best environment for their staff and service for their clients.

Requirements

B.S. degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience; or four (4) or more years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
Ability to effectively present technical information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and vendors.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to read and analyze construction documents for wood framed construction projects.
Basic computer skills including knowledge of spreadsheet programs and package estimating systems.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity / Proficiency with the following software or internet-based programs: Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, Planswift, MS Excel, MS Word, MS Teams, Pantera or other bid solicitation software.

Responsibilities

Supports Preconstruction in project acquisition, including pre-planning and budgeting during requests for proposals (RFPs).
Performs site visits as required to assist in the preparation of RFPs.
Reviews project documentation and generates detailed scope takeoffs.
Builds detailed estimates accounting for labor, material, equipment, logistics, general conditions, and fee.
Consults with Preconstruction, subcontractors, and material suppliers to formulate estimates, effect cost reductions, and resolve issues.
Leads takeoff and estimate reviews with Self-Perform and Preconstruction teams.
Manages and tracks multiple projects simultaneously.
Prepares estimates with appropriate detail for all design stages: Conceptual, Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Documents.
Reviews design documents for accurate pricing from subcontractors and suppliers.
Participates in the Pursue, Plan, & Execute (PP&E) Process with Preconstruction and Operations teams.
Provides review and feedback on plans and specifications for constructability issues, scheduling, and general requirements.
Works with the Preconstruction Manager in creating final estimates for the operations and accounting teams.
Updates subcontractor/supplier database.
Prepares bid packages, instructions to bidders, and bid forms in coordination with the Preconstruction team.
Reviews subcontractor proposals to ensure compliant and complete bids.
Reviews subcontractor and supplier bids for conformity to contract requirements.
Works with Self-Perform Preconstruction Manager during the buy-out process and handoff to the Operations Team.
Communicates feedback to subcontractors on bid efforts.
Maintains the estimating cost database.
Helps maintain relationships with existing subcontractors and creates new relationships.
Fosters and maintains relationships with Owners and Design teams.
Works with preconstruction teams, architects/engineers, subcontractors/suppliers under the direction of the Self Perform Preconstruction Manager.