Senior Estimator - Winter Garden, FL

SENIOR ESTIMATORFULL-TIMEGENERAL CONTRACTORCOMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTIONR. C. Stevens Construction Company is the Southeast's construction industry leader in industrial processwith specialization in food/beverage, manufacturing, healthcare, and growing government markets.Incorporating our core values of quality, innovation, and integrity in all we do, we provide design-buildservices, general contracting and construction management to our clients and partners. R. C. Stevens isa Cianbro Company. Cianbro is one of the highest-ranked contractors in the United States and is one ofthe largest open-shop, 100% employee-owned construction companies.We are seeking an experienced commercial general construction Senior Estimator who can activelyengage with clients and excels in attention to detail and precision. The role involves bidding, planning,organizing, scheduling work, and evaluating cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate should be goal-oriented, adaptable, and a team player. The selected team member will be responsible for nurturing bothexisting and new client relationships while also efficiently and accurately conducting detailed takeoffwork. In addition, the Senior Estimator will be expected to respond to project advertisements for biddingor negotiation in line with company goals. This role will collaborate with Project Managers to ensure aseamless transition on awarded projects and during subcontract negotiations.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES* Analyze, compare, and interpret information including unspecified information to make conciseand accurate judgements based on knowledge and experience to establish project timelines andbudgets* Lead a team of estimators to estimate and prepare competitive bids, including solicitingsubcontractor bids, distributing plans, and reviewing bids, with the ability to work independentlyor in a team depending on project complexity* Review contract documents / drawings , specifications, and proposals to estimate time, costs, andlabor for new and renovation commercial construction projects or construction managementservices, utilizing specialized methodologies and techniques* Upon completion of the quantity surveys, the Estimator compiles a comprehensive project costsummary, encompassing labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, taxes, insurance, markup,and any other pertinent expenses influencing the project, in order to prepare bid proposals forthe client and key stakeholders. Additionally, overhead and profit factors are factored in todetermine the total bid price* Demonstrate exceptional client and subcontractor relationship management throughoutmultiple, simultaneous short- and long-term projects while coordinating with others to executework procedures.* Prepares project budgets and assigns cost codes to subcontract and purchase orders* Negotiates with subcontractors and suppliers and arranges subcontractor and purchase orderagreements* Ensure consistent and close communication with vendors and subcontractors during the biddingprocess, addressing any scope-related inquiries* Communicate professionally and clearly both internally and externally with clients, ourdepartments, and external companies, such as suppliers, subcontractors, and other businesspartners, to collaborate effectively and achieve project objectives from various sourcesQUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS* Bachelor's degree in Building Construction, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or arelated discipline is preferred for commercial construction projects* Minimum of 5 years prior experience in an Estimating position bidding projects ranging in valuebetween $500k up to $50 million with varying complexity within the commercial constructionindustry, preferably a General Contractor within the state of Florida. Strong knowledge ofDivisions 1 through 33, and quantity takeoff experience in all Divisions excluding MEP's* Conceptual estimating is preferred; ability to visualize and rely on experience to fill in gaps fromschematic or conceptual drawings to construct a complete project* The ideal candidate should possess advanced skills in Bluebeam Revu, with a strong emphasis ondesign, markup, quantity, and cost estimate bid takeoff tools. Proficiency (5+ years) in utilizingSage Timberline estimating software or HCSS is highly preferred, along with advanced proficiencyin Pantera bid management or Building Connected software* Experience in collaborating with a variety of individuals and leading presentations with clients andarchitects to communicate project scope and cost estimates during the initial project phases isessential for this role* The position requires a strong level of judgment, integrity, flexibility, and credibility* The role requires the ability to travel, including taking commercial flights, for developmentopportunities, bid meetings, or visits to construction jobsites for tasks like observing work andtaking measurements* Drug-Free Workplace Program / Background Checks required* A valid state driver's license and driving history that meets company standards is requiredR. C. Stevens is an employee-owned, tobacco-free, equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminatebased on marital status, race, color, creed, gender, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, age,veteran status, union affiliation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, sexual orientation, geneticinformation, or other legally protected status.