Senior Estimator (Construction)

Senior Project Estimator (Construction) St. Louis, MO Full Time/Direct-Hire This position is responsible for leading and driving the estimating process by appropriately utilizing available resources.
Responsibilities:
Assess team member capabilities Teach and Develop Estimators Accountable for team performance Build relationships with subcontractors, designers, and owners Utilize relationships with internal and external partners to augment learning Effectively delegate roles and responsibilities within the team Set up kickoff meeting Establish milestones for timely delivery of estimate Drive solutions for budget issues Responsibly prioritize multiple projects to make greatest impact Present profitability plan to estimate review Understand estimate changes and provide clear explanation Initiate quality and safety reviews of drawings Participate in buyout and post bid feedback Develop scope of sheets, bid packages, and bid manual Effectively use all estimating software Participate in estimate presentations to team Utilize subcontractors expertise to develop alternate ideas and solutions Be able to understand when help is needed and who to engage Make recommendations to solve budge issues Provide recommendations for upgrades to estimating software and processes in general Lead weekly coordination meeting Effectively communicate with both internal and external team members to ensure follow-up Qualifications:
5+ years of construction estimating experience