OBJECTIVES OF THIS ROLE

· Overall bid process and methods

· Understanding estimating scope of work, deliverables, level of engineering, schedule of execution,

estimate structure, formats, reports

· Analyze key themes and trends to ensure all factors are properly considered, priced and included in the

project estimate

· Oversee estimating department to ensure quality quotes throughout

· Overall Win rate, pricing, and trend analysis

· Contractor communication and relationships

DAILY AND MONTHLY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Prepare construction estimates based on engineering designs, drawings, site visits, contractual

agreements, and associated materials

· Understanding estimating scope of work, deliverables, level of engineering, schedule of execution,

estimate structure, formats, reports

· Collects and correlates necessary project-related cost and schedule data needed to determine

equipment, material, subcontract, construction labor, expenses, and such indirects as engineering,

taxes

· Based on engineering designs, site visits, and associated materials, select relevant information to

develop estimates enable the analysis of key themes and trends

· Upon estimate completion, combine estimate breakout and schedule milestones to produce a baseline

cash-flow for Project Management and the cost engineering team

· Input on strategies, be creative and voice ideas and options to help book work, success hit ratio at 25%

is needed, secure subcontractor coverage and active relationships, call subcontractors and secure their

best numbers

· Analyze key themes and trends to ensure all factors are properly considered, priced, and included in

the project estimate

· Consult with vendors, personnel in other departments or engineers to discuss and formulate estimates

and resolve issues

· Review material and labor requirements to recommend whether it is more cost effective to perform

work using In House Construction or Contractor Crews

· Ability to see multiple relationships and impacts upon construction project outcomes

· Oversight of overall bid process
 · Bid Quality/Right Price
· Follow-Up/Bid Tabs
 · Bid Review Procedures
 · Change Order Process
 · New Project Handoff
 · Bid Projects for Kansas

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
 ·5 years experience in the construction industry
 · Must be very strong and quick on excel and similar estimating tools typical to the industry 
· Must be able to relate these skills direct to estimates, constructability and field efficiencies to result in low and competitive bids
 · Must have a solid overarching competence of scope definition, quotation analysis, bid leveling and unit pricing for all specifications with an     emphasis on general construction conditions and overall bid assembly and submittal
 · Experience in commercial estimating practices and bid day activities is required 
· Must possess strong organizational, negotiation, interpersonal, and leadership skills, have the ability to work hands-on and independently, part of the team