Senior Estimator

Job Description:

PURPOSE

The Sr. Estimator performs conceptual estimates, quantity take-offs and pricing for all phases of a project from its early inception through an approved working budget.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interface with clients, architects and engineers as directed during all phases of preconstruction services.
• Develop and manage project quantity surveys, estimates, and budgets from conceptual design through completed documents utilizing staff and subcontractor input where appropriate.
• Provide systems evaluation and value engineering on energy and life cycle costing during the preconstruction phase.
• Prepare progress budgets to monitor installation cost trends of different construction materials and detect possible overruns.
• Solicit subcontractor input at various stages of design development.
• Attend appropriate architect, engineering, and client meetings as directed.
• Assemble and distribute the published estimate and contract documents, as required.
• Complete, review and execution of bid forms, bid bonds, etc. on bid projects including general requirements. Participates in and summarizes bid day activities.
• Assist in other duties as assigned, relevant to the achievement of the position’s and team’s objectives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 years of successful experience as an estimator in construction-based field.
• Ability to read and interpret conceptual plans, schematics, working drawings and specifications.
• Adequate knowledge of construction costs, scheduling, estimating, purchasing, contracts and engineering principles.
• Excellent organization skills and ability to meets deadlines.
• Demonstrated knowledge of methods of construction practices and project execution.
• Practical knowledge of construction trades.
• Mathematical acuity.
• Excellent communication skills and must work collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Experience in WinEst program, Accubid or relevant estimating systems.
• Experience working in Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, BuildingConnected, Excel formats and formulas.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record in accordance with Fortis policy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work is performed in a professional office environment. Role is stationary, often standing or sitting for long periods of time, utilizing standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc. Communication with internal and external contacts, including speaking and hearing is required. May occasionally push, pull or lift up to 25 lbs.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• All Fortis positions require some level of driving.

The above description is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements for the performance of this job; it is not to be construed as a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. All jobs require behaviors consistent with our Core Values and Culture. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations could be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role, absent undue hardship. Fortis Construction, Inc. rese­rves the right to revise the job description at any time.

Fortis is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regards to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability or any other protected categories.  It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given an equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.