Senior Estimator - WA

Layton Construction Company•Seattle, WA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Estimator manages and assists in the compilation of estimates for various projects and is responsible for cost accuracy. A Senior Estimator gives appropriate responses to the Owners requirements and maintains a high level of professionalism in estimating. This role involves managing multiple estimates simultaneously in a fast-paced environment and participating in site visits and pre-bid walks with the team as needed.

Requirements

Must be able to pass a drug test.
Minimum of 5 years of experience.
Proven experience running estimates from start to completion for healthcare or K-12 projects ranging from $1M to $20M.
Ability to read blueprints.
Team Player.
Four-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or other relevant field.

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of hospital and clinical building systems and requirements is preferred.
Progressive Design Build (PDB) experience and familiarity with alternative delivery.
Knowledge of Assemble, Revit, WinEst, Beck Destini, AutoCAD, and On-Screen Takeoff.

Responsibilities

Manage and assist in the compilation of estimates for various projects.
Ensure cost accuracy in all estimates.
Provide appropriate responses to Owner's requirements.
Maintain a high level of professionalism in estimating.
Collaborate in managing the bidding process including document control, solicitation of subcontractor bids, and plan center interface.
Develop scopes and budgets that will provide Project Managers with clear, comprehensive information suitable for review by the customer.
Participate in the nomination and election of subcontractors for design-build subcontractor budget estimates.
Update subcontractor database when necessary.
Perform cost comparison and analysis as requested.
Consistently update cost information in the database and procure cost information resources (i.e., reference books).
Monitor and update computer-aided estimating software systems.
Provide quantity takeoffs of any changes on the drawings between the permit set and the construction set.
Work in a team environment to provide estimating assistance in whatever capacity to meet the needs of our customers.
Work with Project Managers in the company to help them succeed in all estimating on their projects.
Manage multiple estimates simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Participate in site visits and pre-bid walks with the team as needed.

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Life & AD&D Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance
Short-term Disability Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Home & Auto Insurance
Family Support
Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation
Paid time off
Time Away Benefits
Paid Holidays
Group Legal
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Sick leave accrues at one (1) hour for every 30 hours worked, capped at 240 hours.