The Senior Estimator (Estimator II) is responsible for successful execution of bid proposals using a combination of detailed quantity takeoff, actual and historical cost data, and qualified subcontractor and vendor quotes to prepare complete and accurate cost estimates.
Objective/Purpose
Semper Tek, Inc.'s Senior Estimator (Estimator II) will help support the preconstruction team by establishing construction estimates for new bid projects and change orders for existing projects of moderate to high complexity.
Roles/Responsibilities • During Bid Phase
o Receive, file, and distribute design documents to internal team members, vendors, and subcontractors.
o Coordinate subcontractor bid lists for budget pricing and bidding.
o Manage distribution of current design documents for subcontractor budgeting and bidding and ensure sufficient subcontractor participation.
o Review design documents for level of completion, assemble comments and requests for additional information needed to provide complete estimates.
o Review and confirm that all previously approved document revisions have been incorporated into the design documents. Record and report all exceptions.
o Attend pre-bid meetings and subcontractor site walk-throughs.
o Visit sites to evaluate existing conditions and identify and capture any scope that may not be included in the design documents.
o Perform detailed quantity take-offs, analysis, estimate, and studies for all assigned trades and building systems.
o Prepare subcontractor bid proposal forms and subcontractor bid recording sheets for assigned trades.
o Qualify subcontractor and vendor quotes for accuracy and inclusion of all relevant work associated with their respective trades. Identify and correct any scope gaps or overlaps.
o Ensure pricing within the estimate is complete and accurate, reflecting actual and historical pricing data and subcontractor bids.
o Participate in internal estimate review meetings
o Coordinate input from operations personnel, such as superintendents and project managers on bidding projects.
o Ensure a detailed takeoff of General Conditions cost items are incorporated into the estimate.
o Provide pricing for value engineering, alternates, options, and special studies as required.
o Support the assembly of all estimates, bid or NTE documents required by and submitted to the Owner.
o Prepare for review Lump Sum, T&M, NTE Bids with company executives before completion of the cost proposal.
o Prepare technical and cost proposals for submission to the Federal Government.
o Identify and qualify potential teaming partners amongst the potential subcontractors and vendors. Prepare and execute teaming agreements with selected teaming partners. • After Award Phase
Review Activities List and durations for pre-construction schedules.
Prepare vendor reviews and create assessment reports.
• Post Construction
o Participate in postmortem project reviews
o Approve Vendor List modifications based on postmortem.
Skills Required • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management or related field or equivalent work experience in construction operations • Must be able to multitask and meet established deadlines. • Knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, trade practices. • Complete knowledge of the estimating documents and the ability to provide accurate qualitative and quantitative analysis of the documents. • Demonstrates proactive approaches to problem solving • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Highly organized, ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and detail oriented • Ability to analyze and report data • Proficient in Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Excel Spreadsheet proficiency • Proficient in Sage Estimating or other similar estimating software. • Experience with Construction Management Software such as Procore ERP Accounting • Proficient with Schedule Logic and Primavera P6 scheduling software • Intermediate understanding of Technical Writing • Intermediate understanding in RSMEANS estimate assembling and take off.
Skills Preferred: • Certifications: OSHA 30, CPR 1st Aid, • Minimum 7 years of related construction experience with a minimum of 5 years in estimating. • Proficient in Construct Connect Software • Proficient in Multiple estimating software platforms.
Mental Qualifications • Able to learn new tasks • Able to maintain focus • Able to complete assigned tasks without direct supervision • Able to communicate effectively, both orally and written • Able to interact with a variety of individuals • Able to understand, remember, and follow verbal and written instructions • Able to perform in situations requiring speed, deadlines, or productivity quotas. • Able to maintain regular attendance and be punctual • Able to manage and delegate takeoff, estimating and solicitation to junior estimators and other preconstruction personnel. • Have strong reading comprehension • Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned
Physical Qualifications • Able to ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps. etc. • Able to utilize construction personnel hoists • Able to navigate work areas that are under construction • Specific vision abilities required for this job include vision, peripheral, depth perception, and focus • Repeating motions that may include wrist, hands, and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, and • controls • Operate motor vehicle or heavy equipment • Communicate with others to exchange information • Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing for long periods of time • Ability to climb, maintain balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl • Light to medium work that includes moving objects between 20-50 pounds
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly visits construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise in these work environments is usually moderate to very loud. The proper use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) will be required when exposed to the above conditions in accordance with OSHA and other applicable safety provisions.
Terms and Conditions:
Full time salary employee (Some travel and weekend work required)
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Semper Tek, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability, or status as a protected Veteran.
*Applicants must pass a federal background check and drug screen.