Senior Estimator

Job Summary:

The Estimator III is responsible for leading complex estimating efforts and preparing accurate, competitive cost estimates for large-scale Design/Build, Design Assist, GMP, and Plan & Spec projects. This role is a key contributor to the pre-construction process, supporting project strategy, developing conceptual budgets, and collaborating closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure successful project pursuits.

The Estimator III also provides mentorship to junior estimators, maintains estimating tools and databases, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the efficiency and accuracy of departmental processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Lead estimating efforts for complex pursuits, including conceptual budgets, design-build estimates, plan & spec, GMP proposals, and competitive bids.
• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, bid proposals, and supporting documentation.
• Responsible for on-site visits, pre-bid meetings, bid RFIs, and bid proposals to understand project requirements.
• Review estimates prepared by peers and junior estimators to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Collaborate with Engineering, BIM/Detailing, Fabrication, Purchasing, and Field Operations to support pre-construction planning. 
• Responsible for collaborating on change order estimating, compilation and negotiation, including material and equipment buy outs, and project turnover on assigned projects.  
• Maintain and update estimating databases, cost assemblies, material pricing, and software tools. 
• Engage in continuous improvement activities to enhance estimating processes and tools.
• Lead special studies, committees, training, etc., to advance company’s technical abilities in estimating and installation procedures.
• Support Sales, Marketing, and Project Management teams developing proposals and drive pursuit strategies.
• Perform any other duties as assigned. 

Position Requirements (Work Experience, Skills, Licenses, etc.): 

• Minimum 7-10 years of estimating experience required in the construction industry.
• Ability to work independently and autonomously, with sound judgment to determine when collaboration or escalation is needed.
• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with management and accounting software used in estimating and project controls. 
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to build relationships with clients, designers, and sub-contractors.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, including building spreadsheets and using formulas effectively. 
• Advanced proficient utilization of 3rd party estimating software systems.

Education and Experience (Required):

• High School Diploma or equivalent 

Desired: 

• Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or related field.

ACCO Competencies:

• Proactivity/Initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one’s level/position and with minimal supervision.

• Perseverance: Shows wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.

• Motivation/Dedication: Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals, takes responsibility, and shows personal humility.

• Technical Curiosity/Willingness to Learn: Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.

• Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.

• Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.

• People Skills: Is approachable and gains the mutual trust and respect of others. Understands people’s strengths & weaknesses and actively seeks to understand other perspectives.

• Communication: Fosters open, honest, candid and respectful communication. Effectively assesses, defines and communicates issues in a timely manner, both written and verbal.

• Teamwork: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.

• Big Picture: Understands and contributes to the organizations’ short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.

• Problem-Solver: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems in support of personnel, group, department, or organizational objectives.

• Execution: Effectively takes a vision and translates into action by including the right people. Identify and remove barriers, when possible, to achieve results. Demonstrates appropriate compromise, effective time management, prioritization practices and holds team members (including themselves) accountable for their performance/conduct.

• Professionalism: Respectfully observes and challenges the status quo with intent for improvement. Can take direction, accept feedback, and take full responsibility for his/her actions. Lead by example through positive influence and ethical leadership with consideration of the entire organization.

Job Responsibility Level:

No direct reports

Travel Requirements:

Travel to offices, shops, or job sites may be required 10-20% of the time.

Hours:

This is an exempt position. Workdays are scheduled from Monday through Friday. Typically, work hours begin and end between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm as scheduled with the position's supervisor. Occasional overtime may be necessary for business needs.  

Physical Demands:

(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

• Prolonged sitting.

• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.

• Occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch.

Competitive Wages: 

$80,550 to $110,475 annually. Applicants please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee's total compensation.

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