Senior Estimator

The Senior Estimator will be responsible for developing the bid for assigned commercial projects. The Senior Estimator will take the lead when multiple estimators are working on the same project. The projects required to price can be hard (bid/spec), negotiated, or design/build bids.

1. Evaluate drawings and specifications for assigned project bids, and determine which trades to invite for subcontractor pricing
2. Build relationships with subcontractors by communicating by phone, email, and networking events to continuously expand SCI’s network of subs
3. Develop and enhance Speedwell’s relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, Architects, and clients
4. Attends pre-bid meetings and site visits to assess the conditions of the site or existing building, as necessary
5. Communicates with Architects, design professionals, and clients to determine project requirements and ensure accurate interpretation of drawings through a detailed review of bid documents
6. Submits questions through the RFI process to bring clarity for bidding
7. Requests and receives subcontractor bids, follows up with sub by phone to ensure a minimum of 3 bidders per trade
8. Interact with subcontractors to review scopes and confirm the comprehensiveness of the bid prior to submission. Develops scope sheets to compare subs for each trade
9. Completes estimates and proposal documents for submission to the client
10. Maintains adequate estimating schedule while managing multiple large bid projects ($10 million and over)
11. Coordinates and conducts hand-off meetings with the Project management team when the bid is awarded to Speedwell Construction
12. Has an extensive understanding of the building process and distinct types of exterior and interior finishing systems
13. Trains and mentors other members of the estimating team to help them grow their skills and knowledge

1. Attitude: maintains a healthy and positive attitude toward our work, our Company, our industry partners, and our customers
2. Interpersonal Skills: listen to others, maintain confidentiality, focus on solving conflicts
3. Oral and Written Communication: speak clearly and positively, participate in meetings, seek clarification, and respond to questions. Able to read and write in an effective manner
4. Teamwork: able to build morale and group commitment to goals and objectives, balance team and individual responsibilities, support everyone’s effort to succeed, give and welcome feedback
5. Customer Service: listen to the customer's needs and respond appropriately even in demanding situations; respond to requests for assistance
6. Professionalism: tactfully approach others and treat them with respect
7. Planning/Organizing: prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently, and plan for additional resources if needed, organize other people and their tasks
8. Adaptability: adjust as the work environment evolves and deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events
9. Attendance/Punctuality: arrive at work or meetings consistently and on time
10. Dependability: complete tasks on time and commit to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals
11. Initiative: volunteer readily, seek opportunities to increase responsibility, and pursue self-development activities
12. Application: Recognition of mistakes and ability to apply lessons learned to future projects
13. Persistence: Continues to solicit multiple subcontractor bids in each trade for every project
14. Portrays the values of our company, including respect, diligence, humility, and a sense of urgency

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but serves as a coach and resource for other estimating team members.

The employee will be in a busy office area. The estimator may be outdoors while attending pre-bid meetings and site visits to assess the site's conditions or the existing building. Personal Protective Equipment must be used as required in certain situations.

The estimator spends long hours sitting at a desk. The employee spends most of their day using office equipment, which may cause eye or muscle strain. The employee will occasionally need to lift some office equipment, supplies, and materials (15 lbs.) While attending job sites, the employee may be required to climb ladders and cross uneven ground occasionally.

This is an exempt, full-time position in the Manheim, PA office (no remote work). The hours of work are Monday through Friday, with 40+ hours per week being the minimum expectation.

The employee will primarily be at the office, occasionally traveling to pre-bids, job sites, and educational training. Company vehicles are provided for any travel requirements.

High School Diploma or equivalent

Advanced understanding of Information Technology

Advanced understanding of construction types, materials, and methods

Ten or more years of experience estimating in the construction industry

4-year College degree in a construction-related field preferred

Construction field experience

Experience estimating projects over $10 million, including hotels and multi-family

Familiarity with Viewpoint, Bluebeam, Office 365, and bid software such as Smartbid

The employee must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening, background check, and Motor Vehicle Record review. The employee must have a current driver’s license.

Speedwell Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note that this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.