Senior Estimator

• Competitive salary
• Career development and progression
• 401(k) plan with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision and disability benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral incentives

• Assist sales managers and division managers in determining what types of projects to bid.
• Develop specific project bid strategies, techniques, advantages, etc. that will provide ColonialWebb with competitive bid day advantages
• Review all final estimates to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to formal quotation.
• Participate in presentations to corporate management and clients
• Provide technical assistance in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc. as required
• Review estimating procedures and practices for efficiency and consistency; provide suggestions for enhancements to Director of Preconstruction
• Maintain current estimating database; ensure that commodity material pricing is at current market levels; manage estimating software updates
• Interact with fabrication and operations to develop and track time studies for prefabrication
• Maintain database of bid files
• Control resources and expenditures consistent with overhead budgets
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Construction, or Construction Engineering Management
• Knowledge and interest of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, accounting, cost forecasting, resource allocation, and coordination of people and resources
• Ability to interpret computerized cost data, systems and load calculation programs
• Proficiency with planning, scheduling, and coordinating detailed phases of projects
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Ability to maintain a sense of urgency and remain calm when handling emergencies
• Ability to deal diplomatically and effectively with teammates and external customers; Ability to manage customer relationships, perceptions and expectations
• Industry experience in the same or similar field of five years
• Knowledge of commercial MEP and estimating
• Working knowledge of mechanical equipment, techniques, drawings, specifications, building materials, engineering standards and codes
• Advanced proficiency interfacing with technology, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to interpret computerized cost data, systems and load calculation programs
• Proficiency with planning, conducting and coordinating detailed phases of projects
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule to include varying shifts, short notice assignments, emergencies, nights, weekends and overtime (scheduled and unscheduled), as required
• A valid driver's license and willing to travel to consult with customers within territory

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