Senior Estimator

Performance Contracting Group • Cincinnati, OH

98d • $102,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Performance Contracting Group is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator for its PCI Cincinnati 581 operations based in Cincinnati, Ohio. The role estimates construction projects and specialty scopes, supports bids and major pursuits, develops customer relationships, and provides training and leadership to other members of the Estimating team as needed. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

• At least 5–7 years of experience estimating construction projects.
• At least 10 years of total experience within the construction industry.
• Experience estimating or managing specialty construction scopes.
• Strong ability to read, understand, and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI’s scopes of work, specifications, materials, and methods.
• A record of establishing and maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills.
• High level of attention to detail and cost analysis skills.
• Ability to accurately read project schedules to determine sequencing and durations of scopes of work.
• Proficiency with computer takeoff and estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff and Quick Bid.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products such as Excel and Word, Bluebeam Revu, Procore, or Plan Swift.
• Ability to work effectively both in a collaborative team environment and independently.
• Capacity and willingness to expand or acquire new knowledge about product lines and scopes.
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Construction Science, or a related discipline.
• Experience with Quick Bid, On Screen Takeoffs, or BuzzBid.
• OSHA certification.
• Experience working with union representatives.
• Local to the Cincinnati, Ohio metropolitan area.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Requests for Proposal (RFPs) for applicable scopes of work.
• Receive and evaluate subcontractor quotes for applicable scopes and verify alignment with bid documents.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with the local customer base to support PCI’s Customer Alignment objectives.
• Work directly with owners, construction managers, architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Attend pre-bid site walk-throughs.
• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and estimates.
• Dissect projects into functional stages.
• Carefully review project schedules related to applicable scopes.
• Write detailed proposals, maintaining accuracy and ensuring completeness.
• Prepare bid analyses and conduct bid reviews.
• Prepare financial job cost analyses.
• Source subcontractors, materials, and equipment while evaluating competitive pricing.
• Provide training and leadership to other members of the Estimating team, as needed.
• Maintain accountability and ownership of business metrics and sales plans.
• Participate in bid strategy meetings for all major pursuits.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Incentive bonus plan.
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance plans, with a flexible spending account option.
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed