Senior Estimator

J Kokolakis Contracting Inc • Tarpon Springs, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Estimator is responsible for preparing complete construction estimates, including but not limited to the soliciting and evaluation of subcontractor bids and scopes of work, preparing take-offs, and reviewing project plans and specifications for all categories of work. The Sr. Estimator must be a flexible and adaptable team player, as well as have strong communication and client service skills. This job is located in Tarpon Springs, Florida.

Requirements

• Ability to read and understand Contract Drawings and Specifications
• Ability to manage complete bid process including general conditions
• Perform quantity take-offs
• Input take-off and manage pricing as directed
• Create tab sheets for subcontractor quotes and bid leveling for a complete scope
• Manage subcontractor solicitation
• Updating and posting plans and specifications to SmartBid
• Experience drafting subcontractor scopes or work
• Logical and organized approach to completing tasks and solving problems
• Must have a strong work ethic
• Proficient in MS Office, Adobe and plan viewing applications
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, written communication skills and the ability to present information to supervisors, groups of clients, top management, or team.
• Must be able to read, write and fluently speak English.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with OnCenter OST preferred
• Experience with Sage Estimating preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare complete construction estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor bids and scopes of work.
• Prepare quantity take-offs.
• Review project plans and specifications for all categories of work.
• Manage complete bid process including general conditions.
• Input take-off and manage pricing as directed.
• Create tab sheets for subcontractor quotes and bid leveling for a complete scope.
• Manage subcontractor solicitation.
• Update and post plans and specifications to SmartBid.
• Draft subcontractor scopes of work.
• Manage Jr. Estimator staff to include training and oversight of their work.

Benefits

• 100% Employer Paid Benefits for Employees (Medical, Vision, Dental)
• Competitive Salary
• 401k Match
• Company Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Cell Phone Allowance
• 3 Weeks PTO
• Holidays
• Volunteer Time Off
• Summer Fridays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid CPE/Dues/Licenses
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus
• Fun Culture & Employee Events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees