Senior Estimator - Smith Mechanical-Electrical-Plumbing

Overview

The Estimator position will be primarily responsible for providing accurate quotes, training support, assist the sales team in maintaining estimating databases and creating new estimating methods.

Supervises: None

• Act as an Estimating Lead of all market types (mainly large-scale pursuits-Design/Build, Design Assist, GMP, P&S, Budgets, etc.).
• Act as a mentor by training and supporting other Estimating Assistants & Estimators in the department.
• Detail reports before & after bid time.
• Provide support to Project Managers for projects estimated & budgeted.
• Follow up on bids before, and after bid time. 
• Collaboration with other trade estimators & project managers for combined opportunities and pursuits.
• Assist with the project cost budgets and schedule of values. 
• Participate in estimating, bid conferences and job walks.
• Assist with change order estimating, compilation and negotiation. 
• Assist in the material and equipment buy outs on assigned projects. 
• Assist in the utilization and collaboration with support operations (Engineering, BIM/Detailing, Fab, Warehouse, Purchasing, Field operations, etc.)  
• Estimating coordination of pre-construction job meetings with department heads and supervisors. 
• Contributes to and participates in special studies, committees, etc., to advance Smith's technical abilities in engineering, planning and estimating, installation procedures, etc. 
• Attend training courses related to estimating methods and software.
• Review peer takeoff and estimate recaps for quality control.
• Ability to prepare design build estimates and conceptual budgets.
• Strong estimating software knowledge.
• Coordinate bid schedule with team members and estimating assistant.
• Assist in maintaining estimating software database and material pricing.
• Assist in creating new estimating tools, assemblies, processes and spreadsheets to streamline estimating methods.
• Participate in special marketing events.
• Other duties as assigned by upper management.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction or recognized equivalent preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in the successful management of estimating, conceptual design drawings, and management of project bidding process. 
• Ability to operate independently and autonomously, and yet possess the discretionary judgment to know when it's appropriate to consult with others in the organization. 
• Proficient utilization of management / accounting software. 
• Demonstrate a corresponding high sense of integrity. 
• Strong    interpersonal    and    project    management    abilities,    employing    strong organizational skills to respond successfully to a high volume of issues.
• Degree and/or field and office experience in Construction Estimating or Engineering, or equivalent experience required. 
• Proficient-plus level user of MS Excel and MS Word.
• Ability to create spreadsheets & use of formulas.

• Proactivity / Initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one’s level / position and with minimal supervision.
• Perseverance: Shows the wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
• Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
• Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
• Team Player: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
• Big Picture: Understands and contributes to organizations’ short- and long-term business strategy.  On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.
• Motivation / Dedication: Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals.  Initiates action with collective goals, takes responsibility, and shows personal humility.
• Technical Curiosity / Willingness to Learn: Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.
• Problem-Solver: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve a problem in support of personal, group, department, or organizational objectives.

(The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and stand, use hands to operate computer keyboard and telephone, talk and hear. 
• Lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10lbs. of force constantly to move objects. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and stand, use hands to operate computer keyboard and telephone, talk and hear.  
• Ability to climb up and down ladder frequently. The employee must possess the ability to navigate the complexities of a construction site while working on site and practicing the site safety requirements and policies of the Company.

This is an exempt position. Workdays are scheduled from Monday through Friday. Typically, work hours begin and end between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm as scheduled with the position's supervisor. Occasional overtime may be necessary per business needs.

Competitive Wages: 

$104,200 to $150,000.Annual Salary. Applicants please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee's total compensation. 

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