Senior Estimator
McGough
- Saint Paul, MN
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Read and interpret project specifications and plans to prepare detailed, comprehensive and accurate quantity surveys
- Perform conceptual estimating from preliminary project parameters
- Prepare project estimates including self-performed work, subcontracted work and general requirements
- Understand timelines and applicable project deadlines
- Maintain current information on products, vendors, and subcontractors
- Preparation of detailed quantity surveys
- Subcontractor/supplier bid solicitation and coordination
- Provide input to the project team for the project schedule
- Four-year degree in Construction Engineering or Construction Management
- 10+ years of construction and estimating experience
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical, problem solving, organization and time management skills
- Thorough and detail-oriented
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints
- Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision
- Strong computer skills
- Previous experience with Bluebeam or On-Screen takeoff
- Understanding of Microsoft Excel
- Previous oversight of Estimator I and/or Estimator II work
- 10+ years of experience participating in estimating of commercial and industrial construction projects
- Professional designation (e.g. CPE, LEED AP, DBIA, CPC, etc.)
- Demonstrated experience in driving productive relationships with project partners, subcontractors and vendors
- Oversight of Take-off process
- Existing conditions/temp provisions
- Substructure (single sided forms, deep foundations, etc.)
- Structure (structural concrete, system connections, etc.)
- Exterior Enclosure - Masonry (evaluation of labor risk)
- Improves take-off means and methods
- Mentors and coach Estimator I and Estimator II positions
- Bid Card Development
- Management of bid cards and scopes (gaps and overlaps)
- Improves bid card means and methods
- Mentors and coaches Estimator I and Estimator II positions
- Estimating Tools
- Understanding iTWO Cost X estimating platform and templates
- Modify estimate template for project requirements
- Understanding of value analysis log & generate items
- Developing estimates with ICAT
- Evaluate and seek new tools
- Develop & maintain conceptual pricing guide
- Develop & maintain productivity guide
- Communication
- Excellent subcontractor communication (knowing what questions to ask)
- Attend Design Team meetings & owner meetings
- Constructability knowledge
- Generate RFI s
- Schedule evaluation
- Jobsite visits: production rates, constructability, schedule, time studies, etc.
- Marketing – interviews, misc. communications
- Developing training and mentoring programs
- PACE process
- Conducting visits for Estimator I/Estimator II
- Pricing
- Cost history evaluation
- General understanding of unit prices
- Self-perform pricing
- General conditions, weather, hoisting, etc.
- Estimate development
- CD/DD estimates
- SD/DD estimates
- Conceptual estimates
- Reviewing and approving estimates
- Building/Room type unit pricing
- Component pricing
- MEP pricing
- Macro level value analysis
- Crew production rates
- Estimate Development
- Completion of all types of estimates at all levels
- Management of resources (internal and external)
- Expanded knowledge base of pricing, constructability, schedule
- Strong presentation skills
- Management of estimating team
- Understanding of contract types
- Assist pursuit team in understanding prospective projects and requirements
- Research prospective clients
- Assist pursuit team in completing responses to RFQs and RFPs
- Participate in pursuit interviews
- Assist with and participate in preconstruction meetings
- Understand and perform quantity take-offs and assist in estimating labor production, materials and equipment
- Understand warehouse equipment, rentals, small tools, services and costs
- Gather information, implement or assist in PACE preparation and projections
- Scope bid materials (concrete, rebar, brick, etc.)
- Assist with creating Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules for our work
- Assist field staff with creating CPM scheduling
- Work closely with field staff to update and distribute schedule as needed
- Co-lead Last Planner efforts in conjunction with field staff
- Participate in company business development activities (client functions, design firm open houses, conferences, etc.)
- Foster relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants and subcontractors
- Pursue new relationships with potential clients and design firms
- Attend and participate in project management and other company meetings
- Attend any training – personal and/or professional development – that is relevant to the position, including human resources management
- Actively participate in company-sponsored events
- Support and follow standards of work
- Participate in Lean events and support the McGough Way
- Other responsibilities as assigned