Sr. Estimator

Brightcore Energy provides end-to-end energy efficiency and clean energy measures to commercial, industrial, and institutional clients. We have the intellectual and financial capital to develop, implement, fund, operate, and maintain clean energy solutions. Our diverse solutions range from lighting, controls, geothermal heating and cooling, and other energy efficiency measures to renewable energy solutions such as solar and battery storage. We are about Building Energy Performance. Summary/Primary Role: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Sr. Estimator to join our team. The Estimator will be responsible for analyzing project specifications and drawings to determine accurate cost estimates, collaborating with construction site teams, and utilizing specialized software to prepare detailed estimates. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil/site construction, superior estimating technique, excellent research and analytic skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. (Management may amend or assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time) Analyze project specifications and drawings to determine accurate cost estimates. Estimate costs for construction projects based on an analysis of project technical requirements. Collect data and analyze all project costs, including raw materials, labor, equipment and tooling to ensure estimates are accurate. Identify and quantify potential cost uncertainties to ensure costing models capture the full range of potential costs. Update costs as necessary based on new information and project scope changes.. Collaborate with construction site teams to gather necessary information for estimating. Utilize software such as HeavyBid and Bluebeam to prepare detailed estimates. Conduct thorough research on materials, labor, and equipment costs. Prepare and submit competitive bids for projects. Communicate effectively with contractors, suppliers, and project managers. Participate in value engineering efforts to optimize project costs. Perform neat, orderly and accurate takeoff and pricing with no supervision or direction. Produce proposals and assemble bid packages required by the procuring entity. Effectively and articulately communicate work product to the Director of Estimating. Interact with project owners, engineers, subcontractors and vendors as needed. Create complete and fully functional Excel spreadsheets and Word documents. Perform other related duties as assigned by management. All other duties and projects as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, a related field or equivalent industry experience. 10+ years of experience in industrial construction with a broad understanding of the company’s main self-performed trades. 5+ years of experience performing takeoff, complete pricing, and organization of complete estimates. Experience with overall ground-up construction through completion for site/civil projects. Proficiency in using HeavyBid, Blue Beam, Excel, Word. Ability to learn new software platforms, if implemented. Ability to conduct thorough research on cost related to materials, labor and equipment. Knowledge of value engineering principles and practices. Maintain a positive image of the company with vendors, subs, clients and teammates. Strong analytical and mathematical skills. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to conduct thorough research on costs related to materials, labor, and equipment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with construction site teams and various stakeholders. Supervisory Responsibility: This position may have supervisory responsibility. Expected Hours of Work & Compensation: An employee is expected to work a minimum of forty (40) hours per week. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable wage and hour laws, while exempt employees may be required to work additional hours as necessary to fulfill their job responsibilities. Overtime requirements will be determined based on the operational needs of the organization. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining an employee’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity). Brightcore also offers a comprehensive set of benefits to complement the base salary. The base annual salary range for this position is $130,000-$150,000 and is eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Travel Requirements: Travel may be required up to 15% to office/work/project sites in the greater Northeast Region and/or East Coast (but not limited to) of the United States. Office presence required at least three (3) days per week, unless otherwise agreed upon with final approval by direct supervisor. Work site setting. Office setting. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is not a safety sensitive position. Drug & Alcohol-Free Workplace: BrightcoreEnergyiscommittedtoasafeworkplacefreeofdrugsandalcohol.AllBrightcoreEnergypositionsrequireapre-employmentbackgroundcheckthatincludesprioremploymentverifications,acriminalhistorycheck,andapre-employmentdrugscreen. InaccordancewithDOTregulations(49CFR§40.25),BrightcoreEnergyisrequiredtoobtainpriordrugandalcoholtestingrecordsforapplicants/employeesintendingtoperformsafety-sensitivedutiesforcoveredDepartmentofTransportationpositions.Ifanapplicant/employeerefusestoprovidewrittenconsentforBrightcoreEnergytoobtaintheserecords,theindividualwillnotbepermittedtoperformsafety-sensitivefunctions. Office/Remote/Field Work: Weofferavarietyofstructuredworkarrangements,includingremote,hybrid,andfield-basedassignments,alignedwithorganizationalneedsandrole-specificrequirements.Workarrangementsarerole-dependent,withguidelinesestablishedbasedonpositionrequirementsandbusinessneeds.ThispolicyissubjecttochangeatBrightcore'sdiscretion. Brightcore offers a full slate of medical, dental, and vision benefits including options to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Health Savings Account (HSA). 401kPlan: BrightcorecurrentlyoffersbothtraditionalandRoth401kplanswithadollar-for-dollarmatchofupto3%ofcontributionsand$0.50onthenext2%foratotalpotentialmatchof4%annually. OtherBenefits&Perks: PTO FinancialWellnessBenefits BenefitConciergeProgramthroughHealthAdvocate EAP-EmployeeAssistanceProgram Disability,Life,&AD&DBenefits AccesstoMarketplaceforDiscountedGoods&Services BrightcoreEnergyiscommittedtobringingtogetherindividualsfromdifferentbackgroundsandperspectives. BrightcoreEnergyisanEqualOpportunityEmployer,providingequalemploymentandadvancementopportunitiestoallindividuals.Werecruit,hireandpromoteintoalljoblevelsthemostqualifiedapplicantswithoutregardtorace,color,creed,nationalorigin,religion,sex(includingpregnancy),parentalstatus,age,disability,geneticinformation,citizenshipstatus,veteranstatus,genderidentityorexpression,transgenderstatus,sexualorientation,marital,familyorpartnershipstatus,politicalaffiliationoractivities,militaryservice,domesticviolencevictimstatus,sexualorreproductivehealthdecisions,caregiverstatus,traitshistoricallyassociatedwithrace,includingbutnotlimitedtohairtextureandprotectivehairstylesoranyotherstatusprotectedunderapplicablefederal,stateandlocallaws.BrightcoreEnergyiscommittedtoprovidingequalemploymentopportunitiestoallaspectsofemployment,includingjobassignmentandcompensation. WerespectthelawsenforcedbytheEEOCandarededicatedtogoingaboveandbeyondinfosteringdiversityacrossourcompany. This job description provides a general overview of the expectations and basic duties of the job and is not a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities. Brightcore Energy will assign additional duties and tasks that it deems necessary to meet the requirements of the position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Brightcore Energy