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Senior Estimator

  • category

    Construction/Facilities
  • location

    Houston
  • contract

    permanent
  • salary

    Negotiable

The Senior Estimator will ensure safe, productive, and effective operations by:

  • Identifying and quantifying construction elements
  • Entering quantities into pricing software
  • Providing initial data for Commence software
  • Supplying Contracts Department with specifications for insurance requirements
  • Sending new contracts for review
  • Cultivating vendor relationships and assessing capabilities
  • Analyzing and scoping vendors for best value
  • Completing estimates, including bid form requirements and special equipment needs
  • Researching construction history for value engineering
  • Packaging and sending proposals on time
  • Following up with clients for bid receipt and deal closure
  • Developing client relationships for future opportunities
  • Collecting data on lost jobs for market monitoring
  • Providing information to Marketing post-bid
  • Tracking projects until awarded
  • Setting up transition meetings for Project Managers
  • Providing overview of proposals to project teams
  • Assisting with changes and submittal approvals

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field and 7+ years' experience, or equivalent
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Estimating software
  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to interpret technical documents and regulations
  • Effective client and team interaction
  • Understanding of safety and OSHA requirements in estimates
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David Barley Jr Recruiting Manager