Tampa, Florida, United States

Senior Construction Estimator

 Job Description:

Tampa, FL - On-site

As a Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for evaluating bid specifications and drawings, ensuring that we know everything required to successfully bid and win the project. This person will also need to facilitate aggressive follow-up with Trade Partners to ensure that bids are received, while working with the Project Management teams to follow-up on proposals and budgets to close the business.

Essential Functions:

  • Prepare detailed & accurate material, labor, equipment, subcontracts, construction facilities, etc.
  • Foster relationships with Subcontractors, Venders, and Suppliers.
  • Attend on-site pre-bid/proposal conferences and site visits.
  • Develop and review subcontractors scopes of work and accept, review, and analyze subcontractors quotes for best value.
  • Prepare project bid status reports and ensure compliance with all specifications and contract Statements of Work and Bid Invitations.
  • Present cost estimates to meet customer proposals, providing consideration for general and special conditions.
  • Prepare scope specifications and requirements, prepare and inputs project schedules, perform quantity takeoffs, prepare cost summary sheets, and input quantities into estimating software.
  • Maintain an accurate, current database & cost codes of accounts for historical data.
  • Review Company projects and estimates to confirm accuracy of estimate.
  • Utilize the appropriate company and industry historical data for pricing estimates.

Requirement & Qualifications:

  • Strong leadership, diplomatic and motivational skills including the ability to lead a team.
  • Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork, innovation, and excellence.
  • Build and maintain relationships by engaging business leaders to establish credibility, solve problems, build consensus, and achieve objectives.
  • Excellent leadership, communication (written, verbal and presentation) and interpersonal skills.
  • Self-motivated, decisive, with the ability to adapt to change and competing demands.
  • Advanced project estimator skills that include performing engineering calculations, effectively communicate with Application Engineers, Product Managers, Project Managers, Engineering, and Vendors.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to read, understand and organize construction plans and specifications.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and with minimal structure while exercising great judgment.
  • Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and work well under pressure to meet established deadlines.
  • Multi-family and commercial experience required.

Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Building Construction or equivalent work experience
  • 7-10 years of related Estimating Experience

Benefits:

  • Company Paid Medical Insurance
  • Company Paid Dental Insurance
  • Company Paid Vision Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Long-Term Disability
  • Insurance Health savings account
  • Referral Program
  • 401(k) with Generous Company Match
  • 15 PTO Days Per Calendar Year
  • Various Company Events

What we offer:

  • An organization with a unique culture-based connection that embraces values, integrity, and teamwork.
  • Mentorship from industry professionals assembled to provide leadership and support for career growth.
  • Amazing opportunities to make a substantial impact on the success of the organization.
  • A challenging, fast paced yet fun work environment!