Senior Estimator

Posted 39 days ago

performance contractingSan Diego (CA)

SENIORITY

Senior

About the role

Job Description: Performance Contracting is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator for its San Diego 571 operations based in San Diego, CA.

Job responsibilities include:

Prepare Requests for Proposal (RFP) for applicable scopes of work
Receive and evaluate subcontractor quotes for applicable scopes and their alignment with bid documents
Develop and maintain positive relationships with the local customer base to support PCI's Customer Alignment objectives
Work directly with owners, construction managers, architects, engineers, and contractors
Attend pre-bid site walk-throughs
Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and estimates
Dissect projects into functional stages
Carefully review project schedules related to applicable scopes
Write detailed proposals, maintaining accuracy and ensuring completeness
Prepare bid analyses and conduct bid reviews
Prepare financial job cost analyses
Source subcontractors, materials, and equipment while evaluating competitive pricing
Provide training and leadership to other members of the Estimating team, as needed
Maintain accountability and ownership of business metrics and sales plans
Participate in bid strategy meetings for all major pursuits

Salary range: annual salary plus non-guaranteed annualized bonus program. This position is safety-sensitive.

Basic Requirements:

Must have at least 5-7 years' experience estimating construction projects Must have at least 10 years of total experience within the construction industry
Experience with estimating or managing specialty scopes of construction
Strong ability to read, understand, and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI's scopes of work, specifications, materials, and methods
Has a record of establishing and maintaining strong customer relationships
Excellent communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills
Possess a high level of attention to detail and cost analysis skills
Ability to accurately read project schedules to determine sequencing and durations of scopes of work
Proficiency with computer takeoff and estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff and Quick BidProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (e.g., Excel, Word), Bluebeam Revu, Procore, or PlanSwiftAbility to work effectively both in a collaborative team environment and independently
Has capacity and willingness to expand upon or acquire new knowledge about product lines/scopes
Possess critical-thinking and problem-solving skills

Preferred Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or related discipline Experience with estimating or managing specialty scopes of constructionOSHA certification
Experience working with union representatives
Local to San Diego This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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