Senior Estimator

The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western•Tampa, FL

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About The Position

The Senior Estimator develops accurate and timely project proposals and estimates to help Walsh serve as a responsive bidder. The position works with a team of Estimators to develop multidisciplinary estimates and independently estimates projects with less scope and complexity. The role is in Walsh’s Florida Transportation Division in Tampa, Florida, and requires some travel for projects bidding in different regions. Walsh describes itself as a fourth-generation, family-owned, fast-growing company that combines a small-company feel with the backing of a large company. The company highlights challenging and complex work, creative problem-solving, supportive managers, opportunities for growth and development, flexibility in career progression, and opportunities to work and live across the United States. The role may be eligible for a bonus and other benefits. Base pay depends on factors including training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands; no salary range is provided.

Requirements

10 years of experience.
Extensive knowledge of construction means and methods, costs, and engineering principles.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision and collaborate effectively with a team.
Understanding of costs and market conditions.
Accountability for delivering on commitments.
Ability to identify and understand differences in subcontractor quotations.
Commitment to continual improvement and growth.
Ability to accurately estimate the time needed to complete actions and activities.
Ability to accurately interpret written project information.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Advanced computer skills with estimating software.
Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Some travel is required for projects bidding in different regions.

Nice To Haves

Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Review project plans, requirements, and specifications to understand projects and develop scopes of work, labor costs, and equipment costs.
Prepare quantity takeoffs and price scopes using self-perform production-based or unit-price estimating.
Review bid documents and material requirements to assess constructability and product requirements.
Solicit subcontractors and hold quality discussions to develop detailed knowledge of assigned portions of work.
Prepare bid packages and compare and analyze competitive subcontractor and supplier bids.
Analyze subcontractor bonding capabilities, workload, and prior performance in relation to projects.
Prepare estimates for multiple delivery systems and review quotes and estimates with the project management team.
Assist with certain post-bid buyouts.
Initiate and participate in meet-and-greet presentations with subcontractors and suppliers.
Understand contract requirements for diversity compliance.
Engage and coordinate with the Lead Estimator on bids.