Senior Estimator

Performance Contracting Group • Knoxville, TN

10d • $94,000 - $126,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Performance Contracting is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator for its PCI Knoxville 144 operations based in Knoxville, TN. This position is safety-sensitive.

Requirements

• Must have at least 5-7 years’ experience estimating construction projects
• Must have at least 10 years of total experience within the construction industry
• Experience with estimating or managing specialty scopes of construction
• Strong ability to read, understand, and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI’s scopes of work, specifications, materials, and methods
• Has a record of establishing and maintaining strong customer relationships
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills
• Possess a 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 (e.g., Excel, Word), Bluebeam Revu, Procore, or PlanSwift
• Ability to work effectively both in a collaborative team environment and independently
• Has capacity and willingness to expand upon or acquire new knowledge about product lines/scopes
• Possess critical-thinking and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or related discipline
• Experience with QuickBid, On Screen Takeoffs, BuzzBid
• OSHA certification
• Experience working with union representatives
• Local to Knoxville, TN Metro area

Responsibilities

• Prepare Requests for Proposal (RFP) for applicable scopes of work
• Receive and evaluate subcontractor quotes for applicable scopes and their 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 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: Associate degree