Chief Estimator

Overview171,400.00 - $285,700.00 Annual Salary Overall Planning and Management of Estimating Department and Estimating Activities for Specific Construction Projects, Including Preparation, Interpretation and Presentation of EstimatesResponsibilitiesAble to perform all essential Senior Estimator responsibilitiesSupervise and train estimating staffReview project plans, requirements and specificationsPrepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricingCoordinate subcontract solicitations and jobwalksDetermine labor and construction equipment costsPrepare conceptual estimatesMeet and maintain bidding and work schedulesSubmit requisitions for purchase of materialsCompare competitive trade bidsReview preliminary quotes and pre-bid estimates with Project ManagerSecure all bid documents (bid forms and quote letters)Prepare subcontractor bid list and submit drawings to subcontractorsParticipate in bid compilation on bid dayAssist jobsite staff with estimates after bid awardPerform post-bid buyouts (if applicable)Maintain good relationship with suppliers and subcontractorsSupervise and train estimating staff (if applicable)Complete other responsibilities as assignedQualificationsEngineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent experienceMinimum 8 years estimating experienceAbility to read and understand specifications and drawingsAbility to make accurate judgments and calculationsWorking knowledge of construction costs and principlesEstimating experience (quantity takeoffs, purchasing accounting; engineering design knowledge and project management experience desirable)Drafting and computer skillsLeadership and supervisory skillsBenefitsThis role is eligible for the following benefits : medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-23