Chief Estimator

Compensation Range

$162,000.00 - $260,000.00 Annual Salary

Job Description Summary:

Overall Planning and Management of Estimating Department and Estimating Activities for Specific Construction Projects, Including Preparation, Interpretation and Presentation of Estimates

Job Description:

• POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
•  Able to perform all essential Senior Estimator responsibilities
•  Supervise and train estimating staff
•  Review project plans, requirements and specifications
•  Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing
•  Coordinate subcontract solicitations and jobwalks
•  Determine labor and construction equipment costs
•  Prepare conceptual estimates
•  Meet and maintain bidding and work schedules
•  Submit requisitions for purchase of materials
•  Compare competitive trade bids
•  Review preliminary quotes and pre-bid estimates with Project Manager
•  Secure all bid documents (bid forms and quote letters)
•  Prepare subcontractor bid list and submit drawings to subcontractors
•  Participate in bid compilation on bid day
•  Assist jobsite staff with estimates after bid award
•  Perform post-bid buyouts (if applicable)
•  Maintain good relationship with suppliers and subcontractors
•  Supervise and train estimating staff (if applicable)
•  Complete other responsibilities as assigned

• MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
•  Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent experience
•  Minimum 10+ years estimating experience
•  Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings
•  Ability to make accurate judgments and calculations
•  Working knowledge of construction costs and principles
•  Estimating experience (quantity takeoffs, purchasing accounting; engineering design knowledge and project management experience desirable)
•  Drafting and computer skills
•  Leadership and supervisory skills