Senior Estimator

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Job Description:

Enters quantity take-offs and material unit pricings as applicable to project. Recognizes and applies appropriate work breakdown structure (WBS) structure. Processes and identifies complete scope of project with limited levels of design definition. Assists in coordination of overall corporate estimating functions as below.

Produce Quantity take offs by reviewing plans and specifications in assigned areas. identifies specific discipline take offs within their specialized disciplines (Concrete structures, Steel structures, Mechanical piping, Electrical and HVAC)

Enter quantity take offs in Sage Timberline, material unit pricing as applicable to specific discipline and create a final OPCC report to internal & External client.

Good understanding about water/wastewater infrastructure and associated country codal requirements (US/Middle East etc.,)

Mentor and train other estimators in their duties, in estimating procedures, and in the use of estimating software.

Coordinate estimate material pricing from vendors and other sources.

Complete general administration and record keeping duties including computer input and upkeep of estimating software.

Assist with project buy out, trouble shooting and/or start up for their specific discipline when requested by Project staff.

Close coordination with respective design discipline lead for scope definition

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelors degree in civil engineering & masters degree in construction management or equivalent

Experience: Minimum 12+ years of relevant estimating experience with

Construction field experience preferred. Thorough knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing. Thorough knowledge of company policies, procedures, and standards.

Work experience using ACAD, Revit, Civil 3D will be preferred.

Ability to read and comprehend drawings and specifications.

Ability to perform conceptual & Design estimates in multiple trades and review estimates in many trades.

Advanced knowledge of multiple disciplines, estimating techniques and cost controls.

Ability to estimate many types of projects/contracts.; Strong personal computer skills including intermediate knowledge of estimating, and On- Screen digitizing software.;

Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills essential; Fluent command of spoken and written English.

Preferred Qualifications: Certifications: Professional certifications will be preferred like AACE and CPE etc.