Senior CSA Estimator
Senior CSA Estimator (Civil, Structural and Architectural)
Atlanta, GA
Come join a global design-build leader in an impactful role! If you are an Estimator, Civil Estimator, Structural Estimator or Architectural Estimator this may be a great next step for you!
Highlights
Over $14B in revenue and in business for over 200 years – stability through market changes.
Hybrid work schedule and minimal travel.
Excellent benefits and solid compensation structure.
Responsibilities
Coordinate the project from the first estimate all the way through subcontracts being formalized.
Contact subcontractors and suppliers requesting quotes to successfully bid or budget a project.
Utilize estimating systems to comprise an accurate budget or bid.
Perform conceptual estimates based on limited drawings and specifications.
Provide innovative solutions to complex issues as they arise related to cost, lead-times, trade partners, and/or specified products or materials.
Make reliable predictions as it relates to cost and be comfortable estimating across all scopes or work.
Ensures that subcontractors are aware of (and commit to) the project schedule
Read and interpret drawings and specifications accurately.
Identify, adapt to, and resolve complex issues and create innovative approaches and solutions on a project-by-project basis.
Clarify the scope of work with Architects, Engineers, and Subcontractors.
Coordinate estimates with other building disciplines, i.e., electrical, mechanical and plumbing.
Confer with field operations on project requirements, productions, job restrictions, staffing, competitive advantages, subcontractor experience, etc., when possible.
Required to have experience preparing detailed estimates as the design evolves, develop variance summaries between estimates and value engineering studies throughout.
Able to assemble a complete presentation-worthy estimate package that clearly communicates project cost.
Must have knowledge and understanding of unit costs and the factors that affect construction cost.
Work with other Departments ensuring bid package is submitted in accordance with company bidding procedures.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or another technical field.
Minimum 10 years of industrial/commercial construction or manufacturing estimating experience.
Proven track record of design bid, Design/Bid/build estimating success.
Strong knowledge of construction paving, underground, concrete and grading practices.
Strong work ethic and a "can-do" attitude.
Ability to look beyond the information that has been given, to ask the right questions and work to provide a complete project cost evaluation.
Must have experience with the bidding process: soliciting bids, communicating with bidders, evaluating subcontractor proposals, using bid tally sheets, etc.
Must be proficient at reading and interpreting drawings and specifications accurately.
Strong communication skills with Architects, Engineers, and Subcontractors.
Must be able to coordinate estimate with other building disciplines.
Effective participation in a team environment, with both internal and external teammates.
Experience in Design Build Projects is a plus.
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