Senior Estimator - Carlsbad, United States - Chelsea Investment

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Job Description

Job Description
Job Ad – Senior Estimator

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About Us

Emmerson Construction, Inc., is a West Coast-based construction services company that builds high quality residential and mixed-use developments, with a specialization in affordable housing.

We're a team of experienced professionals that are committed to delivering products and services of exceptional quality to our clients.

Since we began doing business over two decades ago, we've focused our efforts on partnering with organizations to create affordable housing for seniors, working with builders to integrate affordable homes into communities, assisting cities in the redevelopment and beautification of vacant and underutilized properties, and creating housing solutions for underserved populations, such as people with disabilities or those that are experiencing homelessness.

As you can see – we're passionate about affordable housing and we hope you are too We welcome you to join our amazing team, which is headquartered in beautiful Carlsbad, California.

What You'll Be Doing
As a Sr.

Estimator with Emmerson Construction, you will be primarily responsible for developing high-quality construction estimates based on analyzing project technical requirements, as well as effectively communicating to both the client and respective project teams.

The Sr.

Estimator maintains expert knowledge and acute awareness of material and labor market trends, creates functional estimating templates, and advises stakeholders accordingly.

Additionally, your tasks will include, but not be limited to:
Collecting and analyzing all project costs, including raw materials, labor, equipment, and tooling to ensure estimates are accurate.
Identifying and quantifying potential cost uncertainties to ensure costing models capture the full range of potential costs.
Updating costs, as necessary, based on new information and project scope changes.

Analyzing construction projects from multiple angles and studying plans and specifications to prepare estimations for a variety of property development opportunities.

Maintaining and reporting quarterly cheat sheet trends.

Setting up and managing the electronic files associated with estimating; as well as uploading and managing the documents for each project during pre-construction.

Managing the SOV requests process, including reviewing the SOVs with the respective clients while appropriately resolving any related issues.
Acquiring necessary information, estimate each project, and review the project estimates with the stakeholders.
Qualifying the estimate and answering any questions from stakeholders.
Identifying economic opportunities, track trends, and assess how those economic trends may impact future estimates.
Providing estimation related support and assistance to stakeholders and respective teams, as needed.
Leading, managing, and mentoring other estimating staff members.

What You'll Need to Perform the Role
You'll use the following to be successful in this role:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management
At least ten (10) years of construction industry experience with extensive knowledge of best industry practices and standards
Advanced usage of current bidding software with an exceptional history of obtaining strong bid support from subcontractors
Exceptional history of formulating contingency plans to effectively managing risks that might impact cost and time
Extensive history of building successful relationships with various trades and subcontractors, preferably in the area local to the project
Exceptional time management, multitasking and interpersonal skills.
Expert knowledge of construction documents, drawings, specifications, costs budgets, and current construction practices and methodology
Superior technical plan reading and comprehension skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project)

It is also preferable for you to have:
Experience with PLA's, union trades and college campuses

You may also have an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skill, and abilities have been attained.

You'll also need the following attributes:
Ability to be adaptable when utilizing historical data as well as competitive bid cost estimates
Extremely organized with ingrained ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Keen attention to detail with focused adherence to strict deadlines and procedures
Sound problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to exercise sound independent judgment
High level of integrity and dependability, including handling sensitive and confidential information
Teamwork mindset and temperament to work effectively with a diverse group of people
Effective ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
Genuine desire to work in the real estate development affordable housing industry
Personal accountability and enthusiasm for achieving company goals

Additionally, you'll support an inclusive workplace by fostering teamwork and employee participation, encouraging the representation of different employee perspectives, and treating others with dignity and respect in alignment with our company C.A.R.E.S values (Communication; Accountability; Relationships; Excellence; Solutions).

What's in it for You
Emmerson's people are at the core of everything we do. We offer meaningful careers competitive salaries, annual bonus packages, and an energetic office environment.

We take the well-being of our team members seriously; thus, providing an attractive benefits and perks package to meet the needs of all our employees.

This package includes, but is not limited to:
Medical (HMO, PPO, HDHP/HSA plans available)
Dental (HMO and POS)
Vision
Section 125 Cafeteria Plan
Company sponsored Disability and Life insurance
401K plan participation with company match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Opportunities for professional development
Flexible work schedule as business needs permit
Company-wide events

Hiring Range
Salary of $150K to $175K on an annualized basis, depending on qualifications.

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting but may change based on education and experience.

Final compensation is determined by various factors, such as education, training, experience, work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions.

In addition to salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k), paid time off including a generous holiday schedule.

What Comes Next

If this role seems of interest to you and you meet the needs to be successful, apply using the link below.

Our recruiting team will then review your application and any of the materials you submit.

From that point, we'll reach out if you're a fit and introduce you to the hiring manager and move you through the interview process, which will encompass meeting virtually, as well as in-person at our corporate office in Carlsbad and/or project job site (following all COVID-19 safety precautions and protocols).

Equal Opportunity

Emmerson Construction, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We encourage applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commitment Statement

We acknowledge that historic and ongoing discrimination results in a society where certain groups are disadvantaged in ways that are not always obvious.

We understand that a commitment to racial equity and inclusion is not always easy, is not always comfortable, and is not always expedient.

It is nevertheless a commitment we have chosen to make.

Our commitment to racial equity and inclusion is evidenced by our demonstrated actions to address the unique housing needs of Black, Indigenous, People of Color, and other marginalized groups.

We intentionally develop and manage affordable housing that addresses the needs of historically marginalized, and disenfranchised populations.

We celebrate and encourage diversity in all forms and promote equity and inclusion through our practices, policies, systems, and behaviors.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is embedded in all aspects of our work.

We intentionally create an inclusive environment where our internal team, our external clients, and our contracted service providers are valued and supported.

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