Lead Estimator - K-14 Education (DSA)

Overall planning and management of estimating activities for specific construction projects, including preparation, interpretation and presentation of estimates.

Responsibilities

Simultaneously Leads one or more estimate/budget/pursuit and in addition has capacity be support others on estimating pursuits; Is a mentor to one or more estimating staff; Can quickly and accurately diagnose error, scope, exclusions in subcontractor estimates; Can review, prepare, and review others’ quantity take-offs; Train and develop Intern and Interim Project Engineers; Spearheads and maintains historical costs; Prepares customized subcontracting bidders list(s) to the correct type of job; Maintains great relationship with trade partners; Assist jobsite staff with estimating support; Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and material pricing; Prepare conceptual estimates; Prepare subcontractors bid list; Leads and/or participates in bid day compilation; Review plans and specifications; Can generate high level VE/VM log with accuracy; Follows bid schedule and can realign deliverable dates with minimal impact, through the use and management of the Estimate Checklist; Builds consensus on applied fee strategy; Review Subcontractor prequalification on prospective trade partners; Draft the first pass at General Conditions and General Requirements; Set-up and review General Conditions and General Requirements with the Operations team; Generates scope sheets for all CSI divisions; Sets up and conducts GO / NO GO for Swinerton self-perform trades; Supports and trains estimating staff (as applicable); Supports post-bid buyouts (as applicable); Complete other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

Must have K-14 (DSA) project experience; Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience; Minimum 3 years estimating or related experience; Ability to read and understand specifications, drawings, and BIM Models; Ability to make accurate judgements and calculate associated risks; Ability to use all estimating software such Excel, Bluebeam, Revit, Destini, or other programs to complete daily duties; Working knowledge of current construction costs and principles

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; Care.com membership; ClassPass fitness membership; DashPass delivery membership; voluntary additional term life insurance; long term care insurance; critical illness and accidental injury insurance; pet insurance; legal plan; identity theft protection; other voluntary benefit options