Chief Estimator

• Assigns responsibilities of estimating team on each project.
• Reviews project plans and specifications and coordinates with the team to confirm complete scope.
• Identify risk issues and their order of magnitude.
• Supports the determination of whether to pursue a project by participating in the “Go/No-Go” with Regional Directors.
• Solicit subcontractor and/or supplier information & pricing.
• Assist in “Good Faith Efforts” as required.
• Prepares instructions to bidders, bid form and other bid solicitation information as required.
• Performs and/or manages the quantity survey take-off and pricing effort for internal budgets.
• Prepares conceptual budgets based on minimal information.
• Reviews general conditions, schedule, scopes of work, hoisting plans, site logistics and other exhibits as prepared by Operations when applicable
• Ensures the flow of project information is maintained and documented.
• Reviews and/or manages the review and scoping of specialty contractor bids.
• Coordinates insurance requirements with insurance carriers.
• Coordinates technical proposal requirements with Marketing Department.
• Reviews constructability issues with operational staff.
• Maintains and communicates data on construction and material cost trends affecting project costs.
• Analyze alternate means and methods to determine the most economic alternative.
• Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, specialty contractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer's expectations.
• Actively participates in industry, client and community relations to enhance company image.
• Assist project personnel on successful proposals as follows: Participate in the transfer of information on successful projects including the Job Kick-off Meeting Assist in the preparation and review of work plans as requested Participate in periodic reviews and visits to projects as appropriate Pricing of change impacts as required
• Participate in the transfer of information on successful projects including the Job Kick-off Meeting
• Assist in the preparation and review of work plans as requested
• Participate in periodic reviews and visits to projects as appropriate
• Pricing of change impacts as required
• Communicating and upholding the Company’s commitment to Integrity and Code of Ethics.
• Other relevant tasks as assigned

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• At least seven (7) years of construction experience.
• Experience with mentoring or leading a team.
• Proficient in using Bid2Win estimating software or similar tool(s).
• Estimating medium-to-large commercial and industrial projects.
• Creative and results-oriented critical thinker, with a strong sense of urgency and self-motivation.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with an adaptable and flexible style in working with all types of individuals.

Travel to and from job sites and office locations is required for this position.

Fessler & Bowman will compensate for travel when applicable.

As a Chief Estimator, you will be subject to various work environments.

These environments include office and field settings.

Employees must be comfortable with sitting for an extended period.

Fessler & Bowman is proud to provide eligible Team Members with the following benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k with company contributions
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

The recruitment process will include a phone screen, in-person meeting, and a pre-employment background check and drug test.

Fessler & Bowman is an Equal Opportunity Employer