Commercial Estimator - Top ENR Firm - NoVA

The Estimator will be responsible for preparing, coordinating, and completing competitive, thorough project estimates for a variety of commercial new construction & renovations projects.

Client Details

This highly reputable organization has been in the business for 40+ years and now has more than 8 offices spanned across the U.S. They specialize in a diverse array of major, multi-million-dollar projects across a variety of sectors, with a focus in Commercial Base Building, Mission Critical, Corporate Interiors, and Industrial.

My client has one of the most well-respected and trusted names in the market. They are recognized for their high volume of repeat business, unparalleled professionalism, and commitment to delivering exceptional results. Their team is made up of experienced and dedicated individuals who strive for the highest level of quality and efficiency in all of their endeavors.

Not to mention, they have an extremely high staff retention rate - most of their employees have been there for 10-15+ years!

Description

• Work in collaboration with the Estimating team to provide competitive project estimates and win proposals, while partnering with the operations team to complete an effective internal hand off
• Handle multiple projects from time of RFP to bid submission
• Perform thorough and accurate take-offs
• Create scopes of work to distribute to subcontractors
• Qualify sub bids with care to ensure scope of work required is covered within bid
• Input data into bid forms, create detailed qualifications, and assemble bid packages
• Create and foster relationships with subcontractors and vendors
• Manage the RFP process, ensuring maximum coverage in all trades
• Responsible for tracking of RFPs and bids
• Ensure detailed & efficient Hand-off of awarded projects to operations
• Prepare for and attend bid review meeting
• Coordinate with accounting and project management to estimate fees, overhead, and profit
• Build strong relationships with potential clients, subcontractors, and vendors

Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• +/- 5-10 years of estimating experience with a general contractor(s)
• Ability to perform conceptual, schematic, and design development budgets, detailed cost estimates, and deliver quantity take-offs in partnership with the project management and field operations team
• Experience with commercial new construction, renovations, and tenant fit-out projects. Project values can range from $5M - $200M or higher
• Proven track record of successfully negotiating with subcontractors to ascertain best pricing
• Excellent understanding of reading blueprints and specifications
  
• Well versed in excel and MS Office programs
  
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to cultivate strong relationships with owners, vendors, architects, subcontractors, and internal staff

Job Offer

• Generous base salary
• Annual bonus between 30%-90%
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Profit Sharing
• 401k match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company Phone & Laptop
• Life Insurance
• Annual reviews and raises
• 3 weeks PTO to start + company holidays

Interested? Submit your resume today for immediate review!

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