The Foth Companies · 5 months ago
Lead Estimator - Industrial
Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm with over 85 years of success. They are seeking a Lead Estimator - Industrial to lead the development of their estimating competency, guiding the creation and implementation of practices, processes, and tools for project estimates.
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Responsibilities
Establish a clear vision for the development of Foth’s estimating competency
Develop and implement a comprehensive estimating program (practices, processes, and tools) aligned with our company's goals, industry best practices, and project requirements
Continuously improve and enhance the program based on data-driven insights from past projects as well as adoption of the latest tools and techniques
Personally lead the estimating process on complex and high impact projects, providing expertise to ensure timeliness, accuracy, and competitiveness while simultaneously mitigating project risk
Collaborate effectively with clients, suppliers, project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders
As the competency grows, build a high-performing estimating team by cultivating a collaborative, continuously learning, results focused environment
Qualification
Required
Associate degree with 10+ years' experience estimating capital construction projects, including design-build and engineering-led construction
Experience with multi-discipline industrial manufacturing, including involvement with packaging, process piping, controls, electrical, and facilities
Experience having built and led a team
Experience with construction cost estimating software (e.g., Means, Richardson, Timberline)
Experience with current Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) products
Travel up to 30% of the time based on business and project needs
Preferred
BS in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
Experience within food, beverage, and other consumer products industries
Experience with project cost forecasting and tracking
Benefits
Flexible work environment
Professional growth opportunities
Supportive colleagues
Values-based, client-centered culture
Drug testing