Senior Estimator – Mission Critical Construction
Overview:
Join an industry-leading team specializing in mission-critical construction, delivering high-value, multi-million-dollar data centers and complex projects for top technology and telecommunications clients nationwide. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the success of large-scale, MEP-intensive projects while playing a critical role in project feasibility, cost analysis, and strategic planning within a rapidly growing sector.
Key Responsibilities:
Estimating & Preconstruction Leadership:
- Prepare detailed, accurate, and competitive cost estimates for mission-critical projects, focusing on MEP systems and structural components.
- Analyze project plans, specifications, and requirements to develop comprehensive takeoffs, budgets, and bid proposals.
- Collaborate with project teams, clients, and trade partners to define project scope, identify risks, and provide value engineering solutions that optimize cost and performance.
Strategic Communication & Collaboration:
- Serve as a key liaison between internal stakeholders, field teams, subcontractors, and clients during the preconstruction and estimating phases.
- Participate in client presentations, delivering clear and confident project cost breakdowns and feasibility analyses.
Market & Vendor Analysis:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners to ensure competitive pricing and high-quality service.
- Monitor market trends and cost drivers, leveraging insights to inform project estimates and strategic decisions.
Project Budgeting & Risk Management:
- Identify project risks, cost-saving opportunities, and alternative methods to meet client objectives while maintaining project viability.
- Provide leadership during bid reviews and contract negotiations to align financial and operational goals.
- Develop and manage preconstruction schedules, ensuring alignment with project milestones and timelines.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 6 years in estimating roles, with a proven focus on mission-critical construction and MEP-intensive projects.
Key Skills:
- Expertise in developing detailed cost estimates and leading preconstruction processes for complex projects.
- Strong analytical skills with a keen ability to identify project risks and opportunities for cost efficiencies.
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities to engage with clients, teams, and external partners effectively.
- Proficiency in industry-standard estimating software and tools (e.g., ProEst, OST, or similar).
- Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced environments and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects in a sector that is experiencing exponential growth. As a Senior Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the success of high-profile, complex projects, with opportunities for professional advancement and leadership.
If you are detail-oriented, driven, and thrive in a dynamic environment, apply today—or connect with me directly on LinkedIn to learn more about this exciting opportunity!