Suffolk Construction · 6 hours ago
Senior Estimator
Las Vegas, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expSuffolk Construction is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests, focusing on providing value across the project lifecycle through construction management services and advanced technology. The Senior Estimator will be responsible for coordinating project budgeting, preparing quantity surveys, obtaining subcontractor pricing, and ensuring compliance with the scope of work while providing administrative support to the Chief Estimator.
Civil EngineeringConstructionService Industry
Responsibilities
Clearly understand the complexity of the scope of work as shown on the construction documents
Prepare detailed take offs of materials
Prepare detailed labor estimates utilizing man-hours, crews and equipment
Organize the material and labor information for pricing
Solicit material prices from suppliers
Obtain current labor rates
Prepare unit prices by "Building the Project in your Head."
Verify and compare your unit prices or the price of a system with a subcontractor and previous similar estimates
Understand the influence of market conditions on pricing
Prepare subcontractor list from S4 program, or manually
Prepare Bid Invitations
Prepare subcontractor bid packages including transmittals, drawings and specifications
Follow up with subs regarding bidding and update the subcontractor list
Prepare scope sheets for subcontractors, and review scope of work
Keep Subcontractors up to date with project information and addenda during the bidding process
Answer subcontractor questions
Prepare RFI's to the design team
Prepare quantity take offs and subcontractor solicitation
Prepare document lists and correspondence during pre-construction
Preparing take off quantities of areas and counts of items
Procure drawings and specifications from architect or owner
Date stamp all drawings and spec books
Confirm SCCI is listed in all publications
Confirm with architect/owner that all construction documents have been received and send documents to printer
Put construction documents in plan room
Create bid binder or bid box. Take off of items to be priced by SCCI. We should attempt to do a complete Control Estimate
Attend site visits
Read all assigned plans and specs completely
Call to confirm local building permit rates
Call the architect the day before the bid and confirm all addenda and supplemental information has been received
Assist in the creation of bid packages for the subs
Assist the Chief Estimator in compiling the Turn Over Meeting package
Attend the Turn Over Meeting
Assist the Chief Estimator with Exhibit B and scope sheet preparation
Prepare thorough scope of work spreadsheets. Always try to prepare a thorough control estimate for every trade you are responsible for. Meet deadlines and allow time for review of your work with the Senior or Chief Estimator
Develop a "Plug" number for your trade using the most up to date information available the night before the bid
Complete the scope of work/pricing spread sheets ASAP
Follow up with subcontractors for any missing information
Review all pricing and subcontractor information with the Senior and Chief Estimator
Attend any review meetings with the Senior or Lead Estimator. If called to the table or awarded the bid, review the estimate and discuss strategy with the team for any holes, value management, or potential profit pockets
Attend weekly staff meetings and report on status of assignments
Attend Training classes as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field
Minimum of 10 years of experience in Estimating, or equivalent
Computer skills
Working knowledge of Excel spread sheets, and Word processing programs
Experience with estimating software such as Timberline, OST, MC2
Understanding of the influence of market conditions on pricing
Candidate must possess Suffolk's Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring
Company
Suffolk Construction
Suffolk Construction is a construction contracting company.
1001-5000 employees
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