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Chief Estimator - Commercial Construction

Employer
Express Employment Professionals
Location
Frederick, MD
Closing date
Aug 22, 2019

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Express Employment Professionals is seeking a Chief Estimator for our client, a very well established commercial construction general contractor located in Hagerstown, MD and serving the surrounding region (about a 100 mi. radius). Our client has earned an excellent reputation in the industry for delivering qualit, on-time projects at competitive prices. They work in commercial, institutional, hospitality, and government projects. We are looking for a Chief Estimator with 10+ years of commercial construction experience and demonstrated leadership abilities to coordinate a team of estimators to develop a multidisciplinary estimate. We offer a very competitive pay and benefits package. With demonstrated strong performance, the chosen candidate will have the opportunity to become a key part of the succession plan for this business which was established over 50 years ago. Well qualified individuals may find an opportunity to telecommute some days depending on company and department workloads. Must have the availability to attend meetings and visit project sites without schedule limitations. Primary Responsibilities: Review and understand all bid documents and assess project risks. Be prepared for discussing construction means and methods. Compare and analyze competitive subcontractor and supplier bids. Perform pre-construction duties and meetings with clients, owners, subcontractors, and architects. Oversee project plans, requirements, and specifications. Determine labor and equipment costs. Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing. Prepare estimates at different levels of completion - conceptual, schematic, DD, CD, etc. Perform selected post-bid buyouts. Perform other related duties as required and assigned. Requirements: Verifiable professional success accompanied by a list of projects that you have worked on and your role(s) on each. A minimum of 10 years working in senior project manager, senior estimator, or equivalent roles. Demonstrated track record of moving through roles of increasing responsibility and accountability for project management and completion. Bachelor's degree preferred in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or Architecture. Extensive knowledge of construction costs and engineering principles. Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to review and write scopes of work for all construction trades (Division 1-32). Ensure sufficient subcontractor coverage for each bid. Ability to review bids against plans to ensure full scope of work is covered. Prepare bid general conditions and review with operations before bid submittal. Assist with pricing change orders if required. Detail oriented and effective with organizational skills, time-management, written and oral communications, and presentation skills. If you are a highly motivated construction professional who enjoys new challenges, we would like to talk to you about this opportunity. Please provide your resume along with a project list and salary requirements.

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