Chief Estimator – Federal Contracting

Point One
Responsibilities:
Reviews project plans, requirements and specifications to develop a comprehensive
understanding of the project and develop scope of work, labor, and equipment costs
Initiates RFIs as needed for accurate and competitive pricing
Prepares quantity takeoffs and pricing of scope either through self-perform production-based
estimating or unit price estimating
Assists with estimating preparation and ITB software
Reviews and understands all bid documents and material requirements to assess
constructability and product material requirements
Initiates subcontractor solicitations, builds trade packages, and packages pricing
Prepares bid packages
Reviews all bids across subcontractors to ensure pricing comparisons are accurate and all
missing items are recorded and accounted for
Prequalifies subcontractors in new markets and is responsible for trade relationships
Prepares estimates according to the requirements of multiple delivery systems
Reviews quotes and estimates with the project management team
Partners with the project management team for contract buy-out
Initiates and participates in meet and greet presentations with subcontractors and suppliers
Understands FAR clauses, the self-performance requirements on Government Contracts
Provides mentorship and training to preconstruction team
Develops strategy for personnel development & recruiting
Mandatory Qualifications:
5+ years of lead estimating experience, less experience if an expert in Federal Contracting
Experience bidding federal sector projects
Expert in estimating software and Excel; must be self-sufficient
Experience bidding commercial building projects
Experience with design-bid-build and design-build
Able to produce detailed estimates for 3-5 different trade packages
Extensive knowledge of construction means and methods, costs and engineering principles
Ability to lead and mentor a team of estimators
Engages and coordinates with Estimators on the bid
Understands costs and market conditions
Expert at deciphering inclusions and exclusions and trade comparisons
Accurately estimates time required to complete actions and activities
A motivated and driven individual with strong organizational and communication skills
Able to prioritize tasks in a high-pressure bidding environment
Advanced computer skills with estimating software
Travel to site visits and owner meetings within 400 miles
Ability to pass a background investigation and a drug test
A desire to stay and grow with a company that will help mentor, train, and educate you
Preferred Qualifications:
Led bid team of at least 3 junior Estimators
Bachelor’s degree in Civil, MEP Engineering or Construction Management
Expertise in building construction
Experience in a competitive hard bidding environment
Experience bidding healthcare projects
Experience with Davis Bacon-Prevailing wage or Union required projects
Experience with the Department of Veterans Affairs, GSA, USACE, Army, Navy, NAVFA