Senior Project Estimator

Kitchell • Phoenix, AZ

72d

About The Position

Kitchell seeks an experienced and dedicated Senior Project Estimator to join our Phoenix, Arizona Office and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented building companies in the United States.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or Quantity Surveying is preferred
• Minimum 5 years (10 years preferred) position related work experience in project estimating or related field required
• Extensive knowledge and experience in developing conceptual and design phase estimates for complex public sector clients or similar projects
• Effective computer skills including proficient use of Word, Excel and Outlook software required, and Timberline construction management software and Screen Take Off estimating software preferred
• Good oral and written communications skills are essential
• A valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, free from suspensions or restrictions is required

Nice To Haves

• A CEP, CPE, or CTE credential is not required but seen as more competitive

Responsibilities

• Review data to determine material and labor requirements, and prepares conceptual budgets based on general functional use spaces
• Computes costs factors and prepares estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing and scheduling work; preparing bids; and determining cost effectiveness
• Reviews the design documents and participates in meetings with clients and designers to obtain a thorough understanding of the project scope
• Documents and informs the individual responsible for the project of any ambiguities and or discrepancies between project related documents
• Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates, and resolve issues
• Collaborates with other individuals in the organization to obtain support and commitment to the cost estimates
• Checks detailed cost estimates for reasonableness and format including documentation of assumptions
• Reconciles estimates provided by sub consultants and joint venture partners with internal estimates and reports findings in narrative format
• Analyzes post bid budget results relative to company estimates to assess project cost effectiveness
• Monitors conceptual budgets and detailed cost estimates during project phases and analyzes cost impact of changes to the project
• Documents changes to detailed cost estimates and writes findings in narrative format
• Identifies cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvement efforts
• Provides leadership and supervision to project estimators and consultants to ensure the completion of professional estimates within deadlines
• Analyzes completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine the reason for any discrepancies
• Provides improvement recommendations to cost estimating procedures to reduce discrepancies between estimated and actual costs
• Maintains centralized cost estimating database and formal process to support cost estimating and ensure utilization of historical data
• Participates in value engineering studies to minimize costs
• Participates in business development and marketing efforts, including responses to requests for proposals and qualifications, and interview efforts
• Establishes and maintains effective and professional relationships with internal and external clients consistent with company values
• Assists the manager of estimating in the training of project estimators
• Executes additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees