Webcor

Senior Estimator

Los Angeles, CA, USA · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$170k-$195kDetected 26 days ago

ExcelGMPResearchLeadershipCommunicationRevit

About the role

The Senior Estimator position prepares detailed cost estimates for proposed new construction projects involving both competitive bid and negotiated type work.
Using an approved list of contractors, invites subcontractors to submit pricing.
Assists in exploring a multitude of architectural alternatives; then pricing the alternatives that offer the greatest opportunity for cost savings.

Leads the estimating team to prepare detailed quantity take-offs for assigned segments of the project and apply unit costs.
Create bid packages that are complete in scope and easy to follow.
Reviews construction documents for both negotiated and bid projects; determine both the nature and scope of the work to be performed.
Collaborates and leads a wide variety of professionals including architects, owner representatives, subcontractors, suppliers and Webcor employees.
Actively participates in all design meetings with owners and architects during development of the design.
Involves the subject matter experts within the organization to provide feedback directly to owners and architects during the design process to enhance the cost, schedule, quality, and constructability of a project.
Develops conceptual estimates at a strategic level.
Creates strong relationships with the local subcontractor market.

Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to sit for long periods of time at a desk, generally up to 7 hours per day and occasionally standing and walking.
Regularly required to use hands to operate standard office equipment (personal computer, photocopy machine, fax machine).
Occasionally required to stoop, kneel and lift up to 15 pounds.
This is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis.
Leads, develop, motivates and more junior team members as required.

Advanced knowledge of construction costs and principles
Advanced knowledge of the following software: WinEst, OST, Revit, Excel, BuildingConnected
Advanced knowledge of construction drawings, costs and principals.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of costs to prepare conceptual estimates.
General knowledge of negotiated bids, hard bids, and GMP processes.
Ability to lead constructability reviews.
Design-Build project and Estimating experience.
Advanced knowledge of various insurance, bonds, contingencies, and mark-ups.
Capable of utilizing risk management Tools (Risk Register, etc.) during project pursuits and preconstruction services.
Proficient in strategic communication, skilled in delivering impactful messages and ideas to diverse audiences of varying sizes.
Demonstrates strategic level customer focus while seamlessly collaborating with multiple stakeholders.
Strategic decision quality and use of sound judgement.

Webcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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