We are currently seeking a Senior Estimator to support Commercial Construction work in the California area. The incumbent will prepare and/or coordinates full estimates on (public and private) medium to large complex work and provide complete conceptual and final estimating, or complete total bid pricing.

Responsibilities

• Set up the Estimate and report progress and resources to the Chief Estimator/Preconstruction Manager
• Create a file for each estimate and file estimate documentation
• Reviews estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Compile a list of relevant and capable trades for budgeting or tendering
• Prepare trade tender documentation
• Oversee the issuance of tender packages to the trades
• Contact trades regarding invitations, addendum, tender closings and follow up
• Oversee and participate in the production of quantity take-offs for all areas of the estimate
• Ensure the take-off is well notated for hand-over to the project team
• Attend tender review or preconstruction design meetings as required
• Monitor drawing revisions and inform client of any cost implications
• Attend major trade pre-award meetings
• Ensure estimates include safety and security requirements required by Ledcor policies and applicable legislation

Requirements

• Knowledge of the estimating process
• Familiar with construction materials, methods and scheduling
• Able to interpret conceptual and completed drawings
• Able to create and monitor project budget
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Project
• Knowledge of estimating specific software
• Judgment
• Organizational and Planning ability
• Teamwork & Working with others
• Dependability and Productivity
• Communication skills
• Employee Relations
• Leadership skills
• Job knowledge & understanding

Benefits

US Salaried