Senior Estimator

Great opportunity for a skilled Senior Estimator looking to join an established specialty sub-contractor.

Client Details

Our client is an established specialty sub-contractor that has been in business for 100+ years.

Description

• Facilitate and Manage Bid Pipeline Process
• Manage RFP/RFQ process, review and make decision to bid or no bid
• Review new bid/opportunity invites (drawings/documents), identify scope and issues and assign to Estimators
• Manage estimating processes for assigned bid opportunities fromRFP through submission, inclusive of:
  • Preparing RFI's & communicate with clients to obtain all necessary clarifications to provide a qualified & competitive bid
  • Preparing RFQ's to vendors & supply chain to obtain qualified and competitive material quotes
  • Performing itemized take off of material, labor, equipment and logistics to ensure comprehensive bid submission
  • Analyzing construction schedule, logistic plans and similar documents to ensure compliance, or similarly collaborate with clients
  • Tracking and updating status of active bid submissions, follow up on proposals submitted, and perform revisions as requested
  • Strategizing follow-ups and communication with clients throughout the bid process
  • Preparing level sheets and 'Best & Final Offers' as requested by clients
• Build relationships with clients through various communication mediums and in-person engagement
• Provide leadership and mentorship to Estimators in the form of technical support and training
• Oversee & review bids of other estimators as 'Bid Lead'
• Conduct 'Project Kick Off Meeting'
• Support Project Management Team as needed to resolve contract disputes, and to clarify change orders if required

Profile

• Minimum of 10+ years recent experience in Architectural Metal & Glass commercial project estimating, Interior and Exterior project exposure
• Experience must include detailed estimate takeoffs, inclusive of labor, material & logistics
• Must be able to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, structural drawings, shop drawings and ability to understand installation requirements and architectural design intent
• Understand that part of the estimating position involves selling the bid to the client. Therefore, candidate must be able to develop relationships with clients and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Able and enjoy working in a team centric environment
• Able to communicate to all levels with the company and client
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Self-Starter, with strong technical, communication and organizational skills required
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite, Gmail, and Google Drive applications necessary
• Willingness and ability to learn new technology to improve work-efficiency

Job Offer

• Competitive base pay commensurate with experience
• Full suite benefits package
• Annual discretionary bonus

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