Estimator

Job Description We're seeking an experienced Estimator to play a key role in pursuing and winning commercial construction projects. In this position, you'll lead the estimating process, develop competitive bid strategies, build and maintain strong subcontractor relationships, and collaborate with operations teams to deliver successful proposals. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven professional who enjoys taking ownership, thinking strategically, and making a direct impact on project success. Responsibilities Reads and outlines project specifications Discusses and establishes bid strategies, concerns, and advantages Defines major or priority subcontractors Directs Estimating Administrators for vendor/subcontractor pricing/bid solicitation and coordination using SmartBid Establishes, writes, and reviews work scopes for subcontractors Conducts pre-bid meetings with MHC Operations personnel and Subcontractors as needed Assists operations staff on project logistics, staging, phasing plans, and coordination Sets up Bid Day Summaries and General Requirements bid spreadsheets or conceptual spreadsheets to complete a bid Accurately takes off as required for CSI Divisions 1-46 Prices items of both self-performed and subcontracted work on a unit-priced basis Utilizes Subcontractor and Field production Data to establish database pricing Improves existing subcontractor relationships and gets to know the subcontractor Monitors coverage with the plans coordinators and solicits new subcontractors to bid Reviews and executes bid forms, bid bonds, etc., on bid projects Reviews estimates for accuracy, constructibility, and risks Relies on judgment and experience to plan and establish deadlines Assists Estimating Department as needed to facilitate teamwork Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications At least five (5) years of experience as an estimator in Commercial Construction Experience with projects over $5 Million Familiar with standard concepts, practices, procedures, technology, and programs within the construction field A certain degree of creativity and innovation is required to out plan the competition Must be able to lead an estimate and take full charge of a Public Works or Private Client bid Must be able to use strategic and innovative methods to obtain sub coverage for bids, especially in new geographic areas Experience with self-performance of concrete and carpentry highly desired Proficient in Timberline, OST, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) May be required to work onsite of an active construction project that entails a job trailer setting and typical noises from an active construction project Benefits Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401(k) with company match Parental Leave Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance Supplemental Insurance Additional Information Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Martin-Harris is a zero tolerance and drug-free environment. Associates may be required to work onsite of an active construction project that entails a job trailer setting and typical noises from an active construction project. #J-18808-Ljbffr