Senior Estimator

W.E. O'Neil Construction•Pleasanton, CA

47d•$140,000 - $190,000•Onsite

About The Position

The primary function of the Senior Estimator is to be the lead estimator on GMP and Hard Bid efforts, developing conceptual estimates based on schematic plans along with supporting team members on multiple preconstruction efforts.

Requirements

Four-year degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or equivalent experience in a related field and 5-years minimum of relevant professional experience working with a Subcontractor or General Contractor in the estimating profession
Proficiency in basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel) and can adequately use PowerPoint
Proficiency in Outlook and has the ability to manage calendars, address books, tasks and email
Ability to navigate and manage files and folders in cloud based platforms, such as Box.com and Dropbox
OST
WebEx and Skype for Business
BidMail
BIM 360 Glue
Bluebeam Revu
PlanGrid
Basic understanding of scheduling and CMiC applications
Understanding of basic construction administration processes, including construction documents, schedules, RFIs, submittals and material procurement
Effective oral and written communication skills
Basic time management and organization skills
Completion of OSHA 30-Hour Safety Course
First Aid and CPR certified

Responsibilities

Has a familiarity and understands the roles and responsibilities of Project Engineers, Project Managers, Project Administrators, Superintendents and Project Executives and is comfortable commenting on the effectiveness of each role
Basic understanding of CPM software and schedule creation. Thorough ability to interpret milestones of CPM schedule as it relates to procurement, lead times, schedule activity durations, and critical path. Comfortable commenting on the effectiveness of schedule(s) being utilized throughout the estimating effort
Clearly understands the various construction methods, building logistics, can identify constructability issues, and can offer value analysis at the Design Development and Construction Document design phases
Has a thorough understanding of WEO requirements and how they relate to project budgets
Understands and influences change in all facets of bid day organization
Creative implementation of clarifications, and qualifications to influence the outcome of the estimate
Ability to develop subcontractor scopes from plans, specs, site logistics and missing information for others to utilize effectively on bid day
Ability to analyze subcontractor proposals, identify scope items, differences and exclusions with cost implications
Develop Subcontractor relationships and to be able to select appropriate subcontractors for your project that will generate an advantage
Ability to develop an estimate at any stage of construction documents. That is inclusive of adequate subcontractor input, WEO historical data and sufficient plugs to compensate for missing information
Ability to track, understand and explain cost differences between progress estimates while anticipating client needs
Understanding of unit pricing and systems pricing
Ability to quantify and distinguish materials and can suggest alternates
Anticipate scope and plug scope not shown on conceptual plans
Understand GC’s, overhead, fee structure
Understand the use and function of “contingency”
Ability to understand estimate and documents to generate cost saving ideas
Ability to establish realistic budgets by utilizing historic data and current market conditions; uses financial and quantitative information effectively
Thorough understanding of Division 1 – Division 16 of WEO project cost report
Utilizes cost report to understand status of project
Thorough understanding of WEO subcontract routing forms. Inclusive of scope, sub analysis, material budgets and buy-out difference. Comments on surprises
Utilizes lessons learned to improve future estimates
Thorough understanding and proper management of risk with Owners and takes appropriate actions to protect WEO position. In particular, understands contingency, hard cost risks, and qualifications and their implications
Thorough understanding and proper management of risk with subcontractors and takes appropriate actions to protect WEO position. In particular, understands exclusions, sub advantages and their implications
Basic understanding of insurance cost implications within the estimate and knows procedures to properly input insurance costs
Basic understanding of Builders Risk Insurance. In particular, who is responsible, our deductible risk and how to get a quote
Thorough understanding of Owner / Contractor Controlled Insurance Programs (workers comp, general liability, EMR requirements) and how it affects the estimate
Thorough understanding of Sub Guard Liability Insurance vs. Subcontractor bonding and how it affects the estimate
Basic understanding of Professional Liability Insurance, as it relates to Design Build projects and how it affects the estimate
Understands owner’s Contract: AIA 101, AIA 111, AIA General Conditions to Contract, as it relates to potential cost implications
Understands basics of WEO Master Subcontract Agreement “MSA”, as it relates to potential cost implications
Capable of managing and communicating the scope of work description for a Subcontract agreement, i.e. Work Order and the associated exhibits. Fills scope gaps appropriately and creatively
Think Strategically – Considers a broad range of internal and external factors when solving problems and making decisions; identifies critical, high pay off strategies and prioritizes team efforts accordingly; uses information about the market, competitors and clients in making decisions
Analyze Issues – Gathers relevant information; considers a broad range of issues or factors; grasps complexities and perceives relationships among problems and/or issues; seeks input from others; uses accurate logic in analyses
Use Sound Judgment – Makes timely and sound decisions; makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty, knows when to consult others
Innovate – Generates new ideas; goes beyond the status quo; recognizes the need for new or modified approaches; brings ideas and various possible solutions together and combines them in creative ways
Uses Technical/Functional Expertise – Possesses basic up to date knowledge in the profession and industry; is regarded as an expert in the technical/functional area; accesses and uses other expert resources when appropriate
Knows the Business – Shows understanding of issues relevant to the broad organization and business; keeps that knowledge up to date; has and uses interdepartmental knowledge. Expresses opinions, influences others and outlines solutions for change
Commit to Quality – Emphasizes the need to deliver quality products and/or services; defines standards for quality and evaluates products, processes, and/or services against those standards; manages quality
Focus on Customer Needs – Anticipates customer needs; takes action to meet customer needs; continually searches for ways to increase customer satisfaction
Ability to manage the creation of effective proposals covering a wide range of formats in response to RFP’s to meet Owner’s needs
Work Efficiently – Allocates one’s own time efficiently; handles multiple demands and competing priorities; efficiently processes paperwork; delegates appropriately; manages meetings effectively
Establish Plans – Develops short and long range plans that are appropriately comprehensive, realistic, and effective in meeting goals; integrates planning efforts across work units
Develop Systems and Processes – Identifies and implements effective processes and procedures for accomplishing work
Speaks clearly and expresses self well in groups and in one to one conversations
Actively attends to and conveys understanding of the comments and questions of others; listens well in a group
Prepares and delivers clear, smooth presentations; carries self well in front of a group
Conveys information clearly and effectively through both formal and informal documents; reviews and edits written work constructively, documents and organizes important written communication
Handles day to day work challenges confidently; is willing and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity, and rapid change; shows resilience in the face of constraints, frustrations, or adversity; demonstrates flexibility
Learns from experience; actively pursues learning and self-developments; seeks feedback and welcomes unsolicited feedback; modifies behavior based on feedback; sets high standards; pursues aggressive goals
Shows the desire and willingness to progress to the Chief Estimator role and responsibilities
Pro-actively engages project manager to build relationship and understand financial status of their project
Delivers a consistent effort in making subcontractor calls to establish new relationships and cultivate existing relationships
Make conscious effort to extend subcontractor relationships to something beyond the job
Make conscious effort to attend subcontractor industry events to broaden our subcontractor relationships and to market WEO by publicly speaking or presenting as requested
Implements the development of the common vision; provides clear direction and priorities; clarifies roles and responsibilities
Ability to manage, participate and represent WEO in effective presentations / proposal reviews covering a wide range of formats in response to RFP’s
Ability to assist in closing deals through thorough understanding of Owner’s needs, competitor analysis, current market conditions and strengths of WEO for the project
Within department steps forward to address difficult issues; puts self on the line to deal with important problems; stands firm when necessary
Asserts own ideas and persuades others; gains support and commitment from others; mobilizes people to take action
Fosters teamwork and collaboration among team members and among teams
Motivate others by encouraging and empowering others to achieve; builds relationships; creates enthusiasm, a feeling of investment, and a desire to Excel
Champion Change and challenge the status quo and champions new initiatives; acts as a catalyst of change and stimulates others to change; paves the way for needed changes; manages implementation effectively
Drive for Results – Drives for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition
Coach and Develop Others by accurately assessing strengths and development needs of employees; gives timely, specific feedback and helpful coaching
Helps foster the development of a learning organization that continually extends leadership development to all levels of the company
Relates to people in an open, friendly, accepting manner; shows sincere interest in others and their concerns; initiates and develops relationships with others as a key priority
Develops effective give and take relationships with others; understand the agendas and perspectives of others; recognizes and effectively balances the interests and needs of one’s own group with those of other groups
Identifies and cultivates relationships with key stakeholders representing a broad range of functions and levels; uses informal networks to get things done; builds strong external networks with people in industry or profession
Creates an atmosphere in which timely and high-quality information flows smoothly between self and others; encourages the open expression of ideas and opinions. Maintains strong listening skills in one on one and group conversations
Shows and fosters respect and appreciation for each person whatever that person’s background, race, age, gender, disability, values, lifestyle, perspectives, or interests; seeks to understand the worldview of others; sees differences in people as opportunity for growth
Brings substantive conflicts and disagreements into the open and attempts to resolve them collaboratively; builds a consensus
Assigns Responsibilities; delegates and empowers others; train as needed and remove obstacles; coordinates work efforts when necessary; monitors progress
Creates Innovative solutions through software to improve our systems and processes
Shares and trains peers in the use of innovative software techniques