Harris & Co Executive Search · 11 hours ago
Chief Estimator
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $200K/yr
10+ years expHarris & Co Executive Search is working with a Heavy Civil general contracting company specializing in heavy highway, underground utilities, earthwork, and paving projects. They are seeking a highly accountable Chief Estimator to lead the team in procuring new contracts and performing detailed estimates using advanced estimating tools.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Ed King
Responsibilities
Reviews and evaluates projects for estimates and prepares information in order to select targets
Lead and participate in estimate strategy planning
Performs and oversees detailed quantity take-offs with supporting documents
HCSS estimating entry throughout project bid life cycle
Prepare cost analysis by recapitulating material, labor, equipment, subcontractor, and overhead costs incurred in heavy civil industry projects
Responsible for preparation of HCSS and detailed take-off spreadsheets
Reviews estimates and construction documents for efficiency and understands scope of work to bid
Attends client pre-bid meetings and job site visits
Maintains detailed notes and records of all verbal information disseminated by the client during pre-bid meetings and job visits
Must have the ability to explain details behind each estimate, including the basis of the man-hours allocated for each task and personnel resources needed to execute each task, etc
Maintains cost estimating tools including databases, spreadsheets, and other computer-based applications to keep updated information on past performance and industry standards
Determines and evaluates alternative project execution approaches based on the scope of work and the most cost-effective execution methods available
Maintains lines of communication between company departments, project managers, and client with regards to cost estimating activities and change orders
Flexibility to effectively deal with changing priorities and timelines through analytical problem-solving
Displays tactful, mature, and professional demeanor with well-developed interpersonal skills including the ability to work with diverse personnel
Lead bid review
Responsible for subcontractor acquisition, scope verifications, negotiations and final contract execution
Conduct business with 100% integrity and professionalism
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A degree in construction or civil engineering related field or commensurate experience
Minimum of 10 years of experience as a Lead or Senior Estimator
Experience estimating projects $1 to $25 million plus
Experience estimating a broad array of heavy civil projects such as, site preparation, mass excavation, structural excavation, large underground utility projects, storm water, road, bridge and structural paving
Experience with Office 365 Suite, Bluebeam, and HCSS required
Benefits
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Company vehicle or allowance
Company
Harris & Co Executive Search
Harris + Co is a distinguished global executive search firm with expertise across Commercial Construction, Heavy Civil Construction, Subcontracting, and Life Sciences.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase