Senior Estimator - Construction

Horst Group•Lancaster, PA

About The Position

Join Horst Construction as a Senior Estimator and apply your analytical skills to lead a team of Estimators to calculate accurate pricing on competitive bid and design/build and negotiated projects. As a crucial part of Horst Construction's Estimating team, you'll be expected to perform the following with the highest degree of precision and proficiency: Review project plans, specification and contract documents. Prepare estimates for each phase of the design/build process as well as for negotiated or competitive bids. Define scope of work for various trades to include any self-perform portions of the project. Contribute value engineering options. Review scope form various proposals and determine completeness and best price. Collaborate with Project Manager during pre-bid and post-bid process regarding selection of subcontractors, schedule, strategy, and buyout. Prepare subcontractor/supplier bid list. As team leader and lead estimator you'll be expected to perform the following as it relates to your supporting teammates: Set up bid day procedures, assigning teammates to various tasks Communicate specific proposal needs and expectations. Establish deadlines and reporting procedures. Ensure proposal requirements are met in a timely fashion. Delegate responsibilities as appropriate. Review data for accuracy and best practices and provide feedback to teammates. Act as mentor and coach to advance the professional development of junior teammates.

Requirements

Two years of college or equivalent experience required.
Five to ten years of specialized experience in Estimating
Must demonstrate advanced proficiency in use of current estimating software (specifically Timberline) and on-screen take-off.
Must be able to read and understand blueprints, specifications and contract documents.
Must have advanced knowledge of general trades, MEP, and civil.
Management experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Industrial and Pharmaceutical industries a plus
USGBC LEED (AP/BD&C) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Review project plans, specification and contract documents.
Prepare estimates for each phase of the design/build process as well as for negotiated or competitive bids.
Define scope of work for various trades to include any self-perform portions of the project.
Contribute value engineering options.
Review scope form various proposals and determine completeness and best price.
Collaborate with Project Manager during pre-bid and post-bid process regarding selection of subcontractors, schedule, strategy, and buyout.
Prepare subcontractor/supplier bid list.
Set up bid day procedures, assigning teammates to various tasks
Communicate specific proposal needs and expectations.
Establish deadlines and reporting procedures.
Ensure proposal requirements are met in a timely fashion.
Delegate responsibilities as appropriate.
Review data for accuracy and best practices and provide feedback to teammates.
Act as mentor and coach to advance the professional development of junior teammates.