Senior Estimator; Chicago​/Downers Grove

Overview

The Senior / Lead Estimator will be responsible for leading Construction Design-Build and EPC estimates and proposals for a diverse portfolio of project types and clients. We are seeking a hybrid estimator with experience in both earthwork/environmental remediation and water/wastewater construction. In this client-facing role the estimator develops and prices conceptual estimates to aid clients in making fact‑based decisions, presents accurate estimates in a credible and professional manner, and minimizes risk to the company.

• Lead estimating strategy and implementation efforts.
• Review and approve project summary schedules for validity.
• Manage workload scheduling to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Lead risk review process.
• Ensure compliance with estimating methodology to produce quality estimates.
• Lead project team review for estimating quantities and scope of project.
• Review and approve quotes on bonds and insurance.
• Review and approve small and disadvantaged business solicitation and evaluations.
• Lead subcontractor solicitation and pre‑qualification reviews.
• Review and approve specialty and standard equipment pricing.
• Verify subcontractor bid packages before transmission for quotes.
• Present the estimate to internal and external clients.
• Review final estimate before management review and proposal presentation.
• Lead estimating teams for completion of pre‑construction services.
• Maintain cost history, database management and estimating process.
• Approve price general conditions, indirect costs and review as provided by project management team.
• Make final recommendations on fee, contingency and escalation.
• Provide man‑hour quotes for required estimating effort.
• Develop strategy on contract partnering agreements.
• Prepare and present estimating data for risk review process.
• Verify and approve estimates for joint venture reviews.
• Review commercial terms and conditions and address risk issues.
• Validate value engineering items, alternates and options.
• Ensure accuracy and validity of estimate clarifications and assumptions.
• Review documents for gaps and overlaps in scope of work.
• Train and mentor staff.
• Maintain OSHA 10‑hour certification.
• Become proficient with InEight estimating software.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field, and 7 years of direct project estimating experience required. Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Ability to work independently or in groups, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Expert with Microsoft Office, Con Est and K-base.
• InEight experience preferred.
• OSHA 10‑hour certification required.

$– yearly. The expected compensation range is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year‑end incentive bonus program.

Our extensive benefits package includes insurance, disability, time off and wellness programs. As part of being 100% employee‑owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job:
Estimating

Primary

Location:

US‑IL‑Chicago

Other Locations: US‑IL‑Downers Grove

Schedule:

Full‑time

Travel:
Yes, 10 % of the time

Req

Job Hire Type:
Experienced #CDB

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

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