Senior Estimator (Phoenix, AZ) - Austin Commercial

Do you want to make a difference? Do you want to grow your career at one of the industry’s leading construction firms? Put your expertise and project engineering skills to work at Austin Commercial. Austin Commercial is currently seeking a Senior Estimator for a $5 Billion Project with our Phoenix, AZ Division. We set the standard for commercial construction and we’re looking for talented construction professionals to join us.

Austin is 100% employee-owned, so every one of our employee-owners has a vested interest in our success.

As a result, we consistently meet and exceed our customers’ expectations with our commitment to safety, service, and integrity.

Join us today.

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Prepares detailed cost estimates for proposed construction projects involving both competitive bid and negotiated type work.

 

Responsibilities:


* Quantity/Cost Take-Offs


* Develops accurate and concise clarifications and assumptions


* Identifies conflicts/missing data and obtains clarification on plans and specifications from design professionals


* Develops bid lists and invites subcontractors and suppliers to submit bids


* Attends design meetings with owner and architect to understand scope and requirements of project


* Understand the entire project scope and accurately account for missing/upcoming design refinements


* Works with subcontractors, designers, and owners to identify cost savings/value engineering when costs exceed owner's construction budget


* Reads RFPs and contracts to identify scope inclusions, contract terms, and risk


* Obtain and review proposals and quotes by subcontractors or vendors


* Detailed review of all documents including specifications for identification of onerous requirements


* Review and correct the work of other estimators working on the project


* Strengthen relationships with key vendors (subcontractors, suppliers, architects, etc.)

 

Requirements:


* Generally, requires 5 to 9 years of estimating experience, including competitive bid and negotiated work as well as conceptual estimating


* BS/BA in engineering, construction science, architecture, or relevant discipline strongly preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience


* Familiarity with construction materials, means, and methods


* Advanced knowledge in building designs, systems, and construction materials


* Strong math and technology ability with an analytical mindset


* Proficient in relevant estimating and quantity take-off software


* Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities


* Thoroughness and reliability


* Excellent organizational skills


* Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States.

Austin Commercial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.


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Benefits & Compensation 

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life an...