Senior Estimator (Commercial Construction) - Danis Construction

Since 1916, Danis has been dedicated to being builders with a foundation of integrity, driven by innovation, and dedicated to the vision of our clients.  We are committed to hiring the best and brightest in our industry. 

We believe in investing in our most valuable asset – our employees.  Danis University offers over 45 training programs for our operations professionals, ensuring continuous development that supports ongoing learning, skill-building, and career advancement, shaping the growth of our professionals throughout their careers.  When you join Danis, you become part of a team that values your talent and fosters your professional growth.  Together, we can make a meaningful impact, push boundaries, and achieve unparalleled results.

At Danis, we're more than just managers; we’re passionate builders, which leads to an organization full of trade specific know-how.  With a mission to provide accurate estimates from day one, our extensive team of Estimators has the opportunity and ability to be laser-focused on the task at hand.  Ensuring they're not stretched too thin across various responsibilities allows for a balanced workload and a deep commitment to each project's success.

This position can work out of our Columbus, Cincinnati, or Dayton office.

As a Danis Senior Estimator you’ll:

Provide Input from Start to Finish: Review proposal requirements, provide risk analysis input, determine scopes of work and required contents of estimate.  Provide early input on self-perform trades to determine field manpower requirements and availability.

Bring Vision to Life: Generate conceptual, self-perform, hard bid, and GMP estimates for a wide range of complex projects.

Beyond Square Foot Estimating: Utilize historical data from past projects, subcontracts, and productivity analyses to create and refine detailed quantity takeoff and man-hour based estimates. 

Ensure Seamless Collaboration: Serve as a dependable resource, supporting preconstruction by assisting in constructability reviews, schedule input, value analysis, and the pursuit of target value delivery.

As a Senior Estimator you’ll bring:

Educational Background: Civil Engineering, CM or other construction related degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience is preferred.

Experience: At least 8 years of experience estimating projects with values up to $150 mil in the commercial and institutional domains.

Project Expertise: Self-perform, at-risk GC/CM background is preferred. Ability to estimate the following types of projects is a plus: hospitals/healthcare facilities, corporate office, retail, university, parking garages, assisted living, data centers, advanced mfg., food & beverage mfg., and Life Sciences.

Process Proficiency: Knowledge of estimating techniques, engineering disciplines, and cost control systems.

Critical Thinking: Navigate complex challenges, innovate solutions, and make informed decisions that drive project success.

As a Senior Estimator you’ll receive:

Competitive Compensation: Annual merit increases and bonuses.

Comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance: For you and your family.

Coverage for the Unexpected: Including Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance and Life Insurance.

Secure Your Future: A 401K Plan to help you plan for your retirement.

Work-Life Balance: Generous Vacation/PTO.

Opportunity To Give Back: Constructing Hope, our community outreach program.

Professional Development: Danis University has 45 different training programs.

Financial Flexibility: Access to a Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account.

Share in Our Success: Profit Sharing, because we believe in rewarding your dedication.

Join us as a Senior Estimator and be a part of a team that thrives on the love for construction and delivers unrivaled dedication to every build!

Danis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Danis does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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