The Senior Estimator's basic function is to prepare complete estimates and proposals, regardless of size and complexity, to the Client / Owner.
Responsibilities
Provide technical assistance and training to Estimators, Assistant Estimators, Estimating Co-Ops, and Administrative Assistants necessary to successfully acquire successful delegation of preparing estimates for assigned bids.
Assign work to subordinates, direct and review their assignments and be responsible for accuracy and completeness of all estimates.
Oversee the preparation of routine proposals including development of bid package documents, subcontractor and vendor solicitation requirements, maintaining status of active and inactive subcontractors and vendors (project specific), preparation of quantity take-offs, evaluation of subcontractor and vendor proposals, preparation of Standard Estimate Report, preparation of Owner Proposal, and so forth.
Attend pre-bid meetings.
Study drawings, specifications, addendums, amendments, allowances, Owner Furnished Equipment requirements, and so forth to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
Order Bid Bond and request Builders Risk Rate.
Establish Bid Packages and Call List.
Distribute and review Bidder Information Statement to facilitate subcontractor selection.
Distribute Invitation To Bid to potential bidders.
Qualifications
Strong knowledge of the local Nashville market and strong relationship with local subcontractors required
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Construction Management or related field of study
Several years of experience in estimating commercial general contracting projects
Utilize existing market relationships to assist in growth in the local market
Previous field experience preferred
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Construct Connect Takeoff, and Timberline Estimating