Chief Estimator

Chief Estimator

Columbus, Ohio - Onsite

Direct Hire

$120,000 -150,000

Position Summary

Mentors, coaches, and trains the estimating team to execute overall strategy for winning the bid.

Participates in pursuit decision making.

Reviews and evaluates requests for Estimates and assigns projects to estimating staff.

Prepares weekly bid calendar and ensures timely completion of estimates.

Reviews all estimates and revisions for completeness and accuracy, prior to issue.

Develops and maintains estimating procedures and guidelines and ensures that all estimates are in compliance with the estimating standards.

Critically analyzes bid documents to understand risks and opportunities and articulate those to management.

Sets and manages the departmental budget and goals for the year.

Develops relationships with key subcontractors and material suppliers.

Develops and maintains cost data, including labor and equipment rates, installation methods and production rates.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Necessary Skills

Experience using the following systems : Planswift, Procore, Primavera P6, and Building Connected

Advanced knowledge in Sage 300 estimating software.

Proficient in Office 365.

Must be well organized and have structured work habits.

Logical, analytical, and detail oriented.

The ability to effectively communicate and work well with all types of personalities.

Education and Experience

Four (4) year college degree in engineering, construction management or similar preferred.

Minimum of 10-15 years of vertical building experience, with at least 7 years of service dedicated to estimating.

At least 3 years of experience managing others preferred, but not required.

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