Context:
We are currently partnered with a highly regarded General Contractor with a multi $billion turnover, has over 2000 employees nationwide with locations & offices across the nation. Working with their Mission Critical department of which is quickly evolving, we are searching for a Chief Estimator to head up the entire estimating efforts for the department.
Responsibilities:
Team Leadership:
- Assign and balance Estimating team workloads.
- Drive bid strategies and create efficient estimating tools.
- Track departmental success and manage the estimating budget.
- Coach and develop staff, conducting reviews and growth plans.
Cost and Pricing Expertise:
- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and labor estimates.
- Organize material/labor data and verify pricing with subcontractors.
- Monitor market trends and refine cost strategies.
Bid Oversight:
- Review and deliver bids on time, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness.
- Oversee subcontractor selection, scopes, and bid-day closeouts.
- Collaborate with senior management on preconstruction fees and bid results.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
- 10+ years in estimating mission-critical projects.
- Strong skills in quantity takeoffs, construction documents, and cost strategies.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, and estimating tools.
- Expertise in reviewing blueprints and conceptual documents to ensure accurate cost capture.
This role demands strategic thinking, market awareness, and the ability to refine bids for competitive advantage while mentoring a high-performing team.