Senior Estimator - WA

Summary
Senior Estimator manages and assists in the compilation of estimates for various projects and is responsible for cost accuracy.  A Senior Estimator gives appropriate responses to the Owners requirements and maintains a high level of professionalism in estimating.

Primary Duties

• Collaborate in managing the bidding process including document control, solicitation of subcontractor bids, and plan center interface.
• Develop scopes and budgets that will provide the Project Managers with clear, comprehensive information suitable for review by the customer.
• Participate in the nomination and election of subcontractors for design-build subcontractor budget estimates.
• Update subcontractor database when necessary.
• Perform cost comparison and analysis as requested.
• Consistently update cost information in the database and procure cost information resources (i.e., reference books).
• Monitor and update computer-aided estimating software systems.
• Provide quantity takeoffs of any changes on the drawings between the permit set and the construction set.
• Work in a team environment to provide estimating assistance in whatever capacity to meet the needs of our customers.
• Work with Project Managers in the company to help them succeed in all estimating on their projects. This is about teamwork. This expectation is intended to foster cooperation throughout the company in all ways.
• Managing multiple estimates simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Participate in site visits and pre-bid walks with the team as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a drug test.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Proven experience running estimates from start to completion for healthcare or K-12 projects ranging from $1M to $20M
• Strong understanding of hospital and clinical building systems and requirements is preferred.
• Progressive Design Build (PDB) experience and familiarity with alternative delivery.
• Knowledge of Assemble, Revit, WinEst, Beck Destini, AutoCAD, and On-Screen Takeoff.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Team Player.
• Four-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or other relevant field.

The full salary range for this position is $140,000 to $175,000. This position is eligible for a target bonus.

Benefits: Abbott Construction offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, Short-term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Family Support, Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation, Paid time off, Time Away Benefits, Paid Holidays, Group Legal, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Identity Theft Protection, Group Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.
Note: Sick leave accrues at one (1) hour for every 30 hours worked. Accrual for sick leave is capped at 240 hours. At the end of each calendar year, you will be allowed to carry over accrued and unused sick leave up to 240 hours. You will not begin accruing sick leave until you drop below the accrual cap.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at Email: hr@abbottconstruction.com