Senior Estimator

Charlotte, North Carolina

Management, coordination and delivery of the preconstruction phases of the project and providing technical leadership.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate, manage, and supervise the work of subordinate preconstruction members
Prepare and analyze cost models during the Design Development and/or bidding period
Assure that a preliminary construction schedule has been developed for each estimate
Produce progress estimates at design milestones, evaluate material and system costs, review document progress and coordination, build and maintain subcontractor and vendor relationships
Assure that the estimates, including general conditions, are accurate, complete, and reflect the actual requirements of the project
Plan and lead the preconstruction strategy meeting on the approach to the project or estimate
Assure that potential risk factors have been evaluated and reviewed with senior management
Responsible for variance reports allows for clear identification of changes to the estimate
Create realistic and detailed schedules for all design, approval, estimating and purchasing activities
Provide clear scopes of work to all bidders and Pre-Qualify bidders
Act as document reviewer and advisor for constructability and value analysis
Assure estimates are complete and reflect all that is required to build the project
Participate in preparation of proposals for new business and presentations to clients
Provide monthly cost analysis for all active preconstruction assignments and manage the preconstruction department budgets

Experience:

Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent experience
Held an Estimating role with a General Contractor for 5+ years
Leadership ability
Effective interpersonal skills
Problem-solving ability and strong sense of urgency
Drafting and computer skills
Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting
Thorough understanding of all project management control systems (scheduling, estimating, cost control, procurement and business development)

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