Senior Estimator
About The Position
The Senior Estimator is responsible for accurately estimating total project costs and reviewing subcontractor bids to identify cost-effective options. This role oversees estimating from preliminary concepts through completed bid packages, prepares conceptual budgets and detailed trade take-offs, and manages the bid process. The Senior Estimator also negotiates subcontractor purchases, maintains vendor relationships, collaborates with project stakeholders, and coordinates with field teams on deliverable and procurement schedules. The position requires attention to detail and the ability to meet demanding bid deadlines.
Requirements
- Four-year degree.
- At least 7 years of experience in budgeting or estimating.
- Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work well under deadline pressure and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in reading commercial construction plans and specifications.
- Knowledge of the New York City subcontractor base.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Procore.
- Experience with Timberline.
- Experience with On-Screen Takeoff.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the full lifecycle of project estimating, from preliminary concepts through completed bid packages.
- Prepare detailed conceptual budgets based on pre-construction, concept design, schematic design, and design development documents.
- Perform detailed take-offs of all trades.
- Initiate and manage the complete construction management and general contracting bid process, including preparing detailed bid packages and ensuring subcontractors submit accurate and proper proposals.
- Accurately level subcontractor bids.
- Negotiate and purchase subcontractor services, including issuing purchase orders.
- Maintain vendor relationships.
- Collaborate with engineers, architects, clients, and subcontractors.
- Communicate deliverable and procurement schedules with the field team.
- Interpret drawings and specifications to quantify scope and develop detailed projections for materials, labor, and overall project costs.
- Identify potential risks early and propose strategic, cost-efficient solutions to enhance project value.
- Present estimates and support value engineering discussions in client and internal meetings.
- Conduct site visits to assess existing conditions and identify scope elements not reflected in contract documents.
- Guide and support junior estimators, refine processes, and help elevate team performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
