Senior Estimator - Hudson Falls, United States - Tandym Group

Description

A construction company is looking for a skilled Senior Estimator to join their growing team.

The Sr. Estimator is responsible for oversight of the estimating process for all projects. They will perform extensive market analysis, review past performances, and analyze the historical cost for projects. Lead and mentor a team of estimators while reinforcing our company mission statement and corporate values. Develop and implement processes and procedures for estimating functions. Estimate large DOT projects in their entirety.

Essential Functions:

• Results matter. Lead and mentor a team of estimators to drive results.
• Focused. Review plans and specifications to accurately define the scope of a project and construct a competitive market bid.
• Mastery. Prepare comprehensive project documentation, including detailed estimates, quantity takeoffs, and cost breakdowns.
• Dedication. Conduct extensive market analysis.
• Assign estimating responsibilities for each project.
• Identify areas of risk on a project and the magnitude.
• Communicate. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather project information and ensure accurate estimates.
• Respect and engage. Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.
• Compulsive tinkering. Evaluate and analyze bids from subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitiveness and compliance with project requirements.
• Obligated. Proficient in NYSDOT and VAOT Standard Specifications

Requirements, Education, and Experience:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, preferred.
• 5+ Years of experience in Asphalt Paving/ Heavy Highway construction estimating.
• A record of successfully estimating and managing projects between $5M and $15M
• Proficient in B2W Estimating Software, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project
• Proficient verbal and written English
• Legal right to work in the U.S.

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel: The position may require up to 40% travel by personal vehicle to offices throughout New England based on the needs of the business.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:
This is mostly sedentary outside of traveling to construction sites. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers. The job will require frequent traveling in the field and various construction sites. This would require the ability to sit at a desk, frequent walking, bend or stand as necessary.