Chief Estimator
Portland, OR, United States
***We are unable to work with 3rd-party or corp-to-corp candidates for this position***
Overview :
Our client will be hiring a Chief Estimator to provide technical estimating and supervision of estimators from bid preparation through
job close out documentation to the customer.
Responsibilities :
· Oversee and manage estimating processes and procedures
· Responsible for all aspects of technical estimating including initial estimate, obtaining list of generals and addendums
· Develop estimates for large or complex projects
· Reviews bid form and other breakdown requirements prior to starting the takeoff. Ensure clarification through
communication with the owner or general
· Responsible for submission of bond request prior to bid date and with enough lead time
· Responsible for review of project schedule during the bid process
· Obtains Market Recovery where required
· Contacts suppliers necessary for specialty items (fixtures, site work, subcontracts, etc.)
· Determines costs for permits and fees
· Supervision and scheduling of estimating staff at the corporate office or other sites as required
· Obtains authorization to bid under direction of VP of Preconstruction
· Maintain the estimating database including pricing updates and assembly additions or revisions
· Maintain default job to ensure labor rates and equipment pricing is current
· Preliminary review of estimates prior to official review by Group Manager, Vice President or President
· Closes bid under direction of Group Manager, Vice President or President
· Ensure that preconstruction process is followed, and all information is properly stored and filed on the network drive
· Ensure historical data collection process is followed
Qualifications : Experience as a Senior/Lead Estimator.
5 years of experience in electrical estimating.
Familiar with a variety of electrical concepts, practices, and procedures.
Provide ongoing, timely communication to key stakeholders regarding project status.
Experience leading and directing the work of others.
Experience in the construction industry.
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