Sr Estimator - Renewable Energy

Location

Johnstown, New York

Job Type

Permanent

Salary

US$130000.00 - US$160000.00 per annum

Job Sector

Reference Code

BBBH29495_1740751864

Responsibilities Briefly Described

Provide and coordinate full estimating services on heavy-civil and heavy-highway construction projects ranging from $1M to $250M

Lead estimating team and provide technical direction in estimating assignments.

Provide Market and Competition Analysis for pursuits.

Review and approve estimates prepared by the estimating team.

Reviewing Customer contracts to ensure proper scope and terms.

Analyze and compile estimate data that impact the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location and other factors to ensure a high quality and timely estimate.

Establish and Maintain relationships with key subcontractor estimating teams

Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase competitiveness of the bid

Participate in and/or lead design-build preconstruction services, both internally and in joint ventures to ensure high quality, competitive estimates and schedules.

Utilize benchmarking data to maintain or improve target margins

Research upcoming projects and aid in developing customer base

Attend potential bid meetings and required site visits

Present estimate and participate in executive bid reviews with senior management to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Review "take-off" quantities to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates.

Supervise, direct, and mentor preconstruction department staff reports to ensure individual development and that quality standards are met, and standard operating procedures are followed

Bid and pre-construction scoping

Solicit and coordinate subcontractor and supplier quotes to ensure full coverage on all scopes of work.

Prepare preliminary pre-bid schedules

Work with PM and other required staff to prepare statements of qualifications

Collaborating with Project Managers, Contractors, Engineers, and suppliers to prepare accurate estimates

Drafting proposals that outline the project requirements

Work with estimating staff to acquire competitive and successful bids

Communicate estimate bid information to field operations at budget transfer and pre-construction meetings to ensure understanding of scope of job and critical means and methods of construction.

Provide Business Development Support through maintaining positive client contacts and developing opportunities with new clients and markets.

Make recommendations for software upgrades.

Maintain subscriptions for project search databases and monitor databases for opportunities.

Skills and Qualifications

Have a winning attitude, a positive problem-solving approach, and enjoy working in a team environment.

Ability to supervise and lead an Estimating team to a successful project award.

Proven ability to manage multiple projects while meeting stringent deadlines.

Resourcefulness and creativity.

Have a bachelor's degree in construction management or civil engineering and have 5 to 10 years of highway, utility infrastructure and/or Renewable Energy preferred.

Three positive client or employer references from whom you've worked in the last 5 years.

OSHA 30 Certificate and related training

Benefits

Competitive Compensation Package including bonus program

Comprehensive Health, Rx, Vision and Dental package

Supplemental 401(k) with company match

Company paid Life Insurance, Short term and long-term disability

Training and development opportunities

Paid Time Off

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.

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