Senior Estimator

Job Summary

A Senior Estimator serves as a vital function in the growth of a construction company. The Senior Estimator is responsible for accurately estimating the total costs associated with a project. They review subcontractor bids to choose the most cost-effective option. A challenging position that requires fine attention to detail. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to work well under pressure, especially when facing bid deadlines.

Responsibilities and Duties

Oversee the full lifecycle of project estimating, from preliminary concepts through completed bid packages

Prepare detailed conceptual budgets from pre-construction, concept design, schematic design, and design development documents

Perform detailed take-offs of all trades

Initiate and manage entire bid process (CM and GC) inclusive of preparation of detailed bid packages and assure accurate and proper submissions/proposals by all subcontractors

Accurately level all subcontractor bids

Negotiate and purchase all subcontractors including the issuance of purchase orders

Maintain vendor relationships

Collaborate with engineers, architects, clients, and subcontractors

Interfacing with field team by communicating deliverable and procurement schedules

Interpret drawings and specifications to quantify scope and develop detailed projections for materials, labor, and overall project costs

Identify potential risks early and propose strategic, cost-efficient solutions to enhance overall project value

Contribute to client and internal meetings by presenting estimates and supporting value engineering discussions

Conduct site visits to assess existing conditions and capture scope elements not reflected in contract documents

Guide and support junior estimators while helping refine processes and elevate team performance

Qualifications and Skills

Four-year degree and 7-10 years minimum experience in budgeting/estimating

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Ability to work well under pressure of deadlines and meet them

Demonstrate proficiency in reading commercial construction plans and specifications

Knowledge of New York City subcontractor base

Computer Systems

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Procore (preferred but not required), and Timberline (preferred but not required)

On-Screen Takeoff (preferred but not required)

Salary Information

To the extent this position is performed in New York City, the annual salary range for this role is $180,000 - $220,000.