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Senior Estimator

Responsible for reviewing project plans and specifications, developing a preconstruction design schedule that can be profitably implemented, and working to assist owners and architects in the development of project plans and specifications.

Location
Richmond, VA
Office
Central VA / Hampton Roads
Job ID
1117
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Responsibilities

  • Perform commercial and multi-family construction take-offs.
  • Thorough understanding and interpretation of plans and specifications and the ability to recognize opportunities for value analysis.
  • Ability to conceptualize and create construction budgets based on preliminary and schematic documents.
  • Ability to estimate and control design of design build projects.
  • Review scope and finalize construction budget for transition to Project Manager and site team.
  • Ability to create and track a preconstruction design schedule to utilize through the preconstruction process.
  • Analyze and coordinate plans and specifications.
  • Apply unit costs to develop conceptual estimates.
  • Perform site analysis, cut-to-fill studies, and geotechnical analysis.
  • Actively seek out new work through all possible sources.
  • Solicit subcontractors for projects and maintain strong subcontractor relationships.
  • Seek out and maintain local subcontractor network.
  • Engage and work with Project Managers on all projects.
  • Work with Owner and Architect teams to develop and finalize contract documents.
  • Oversee assigned estimators’ work, and provide coaching and mentoring to enhance personal and professional development.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, business, or related discipline.
  • Minimum of three to five (3-5) years of experience in estimating.
  • Experienced with Microsoft Excel (specifically for budgeting, data entry, and general use of formulas and formatting cells); Bluebeam (or other PDF reading and editing software); Microsoft Office (ie., Outlook, Word, etc.); Microsoft Teams; Procore (or similar construction management/bid management/contact database software).
  • Experienced with Phoenix Project Management (for scheduling); Insite (or other cut-fill software for earthwork takeoffs); OnScreen Takeoff (or similar estimating software).
  • Knowledgeable with CSI formats and ability to read and interpret plans and specs.
  • Knowledgeable in construction industry, scheduling, contract law, contract types, and contract negotiations.
  • Knowledgeable with regional marketplace, pricing, and subcontractor community.
  • General understanding of financing programs (ie., HUD, CDA, DHCD, etc.) and their impact on Contract Types and their potential impact overall to the project.
  • Field experience (preferred, not required).
  • Organized and detail oriented.
  • Ability to multi-task, cope with many issues, and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong negotiating and supervisory skills.
  • Team player with ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to interact and function professionally with all parties.

Benefits & Compensation

Harkins offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, short & long-term disability, HSA/FSA, tuition reimbursement, and mileage and expense reimbursement. For this role, the base salary range is $90,000-$120,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

  • Medical, Dental & Vision
  • Life & Disability
  • HSA/FSA
  • 401k Plan
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Profit Sharing Program
  • Performance Bonus
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
  • Mileage and Expense Reimbursement
  • Phone Allowance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Pet Insurance
  • Jury Duty Pay
  • Bereavement Pay
  • Training Programs & Seminars
  • Wellness Programs
  • Health Fair
  • Workers’ Compensation
  • Membership with Associated Builders & Contractors Association and other Professional Organizations
  • Product Discounts with GE and other vendors
  • Employee Award and Recognition Programs
  • Discounts on Financial Planning
  • Tower Federal Credit Union Membership
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