Structure Tone - New York, NY
posted 3 months ago
Structure Tone is seeking a Senior Estimator to support our Philadelphia office. The Estimator will be responsible for budgeting, bidding, leveling, and awarding a diverse set of projects; continuing to support the project team throughout all phases of construction. The position will require involvement in several projects simultaneously. The Senior Estimator will manage the estimating process on assigned projects totaling $50 - $100M per year, ensuring that all aspects of the estimating process are handled efficiently and effectively. This includes preparing quantity take-offs for various levels of budgeting, with a focus on commercial interior, Life Science, and/or pharmaceutical projects. The role requires the use of Onscreen takeoff, CMiC, and Excel to calculate, record, and track estimates. The Estimator will engage with a centralized cost estimating database to ensure updated pricing is provided, inclusive of union wage increases, inflation, and other market adjustments. A thorough compilation of scopes for subcontractor review during the level bid process is essential, as is soliciting subcontractor bids to ensure each project receives 3-5 bids per trade and/or supplier group. The Senior Estimator will complete subcontractor bid reviews and descopes, ensuring conformance to project specifications, code requirements, material quality, project schedule, site logistics, insurance, and related items. Identifying omitted items and ensuring a complete estimate is provided to the client is crucial for enabling them to meet their financial objectives. The position also involves managing the project kickoff and closeout meetings to ensure a smooth transition of information across the estimating, engineering, accounting, and operations teams. Maintaining engagement from the bid phase through project completion for RFIs, change management, ticket pricing, and subcontract execution is a key responsibility. The Estimator will develop and maintain effective working relationships with clients, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and team members alike. Attendance at client meetings, engaging with and resolving issues regarding pricing and/or estimates, and participating in value engineering exercises as needed are also part of the role. Additionally, the Senior Estimator will participate in team collaboration and development, enhancing the potential growth for both individual team members and the entire estimating department.