Senior Estimator - Mission Critical

BCCI•Sandy, UT

About The Position

The Senior Estimator manages and assists in the compilation of estimates for various projects, ensuring cost accuracy and providing appropriate responses to owner requirements with a high level of professionalism. This role reports to the SBU Executive or, at the Executive's direction, to the Chief Estimator. The Senior Estimator champions "The Layton Way" by delivering predictable outcomes and ensures "Constructing with Integrity" through honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction related field or equivalent education and experience.
Over five years’ experience in estimating commercial construction projects, demonstrating competence in hard-bid, design-build, and conceptual estimating.
Sufficient knowledge of all construction systems and disciplines, including mechanical and electrical, to complete comprehensive cost estimates without assistance.
Good working knowledge of self-performed concrete construction.
Experience in estimating at all stages of design: conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documents.
Understands and utilizes proven estimating and bidding strategies.
Fully understands and practices the principles of Target Value Design.
Ability to utilize the latest estimating software used by Layton.
Proven working knowledge of Destini Estimator software, BlueBeam, Assemble, and other latest software and technology.
Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and coordinate team members.
Has integrity: maintains normal standards of ethics, conduct, and organizational policies in job-related activities.
Ability to operate office equipment, computer, printer, phone, copier, fax, etc.
Effective written, verbal and presentation skills.
Presents well in interviews and in all meetings with clients.
Excellent knowledge of construction practices, methods, trends and crew data.
Working knowledge of Revit and Primavera systems.

Responsibilities

Prepares estimates and supplementary information for potential projects.
Reads, understands, and offers improvements to contract documents (plans, specifications & addenda), including Value-Engineering and Life-Cycle cost options.
Performs quantity take-offs, organizes, prices, and analyzes information.
Works with Architects and Owners, providing leadership in the preconstruction process and demonstrating best practices.
Solicits bids and quotes from subcontractors and suppliers, creating listings of appropriate contacts and clarifying pricing information.
Determines the suitability and competitive stance of subcontractors and suppliers.
Prepares and analyzes estimate formats in areas such as general conditions, general bidding, quantity takeoffs, and bid analysis.
Is responsible for the preparation of bid proposals for submittal.
Attends Owner meetings during estimate development.
Prepares detailed schedules for proposed projects.
Initiates various special projects related to estimating and assists and guides staff towards completion of these projects.
Initiates schematic plans or sketches to illustrate approach and strategy.
Performs other related duties as assigned or required.