Position Summary
Responsible for leading bid team in the development of accurate and cost competitive estimates in the commercial, utility, and water or wastewater industries.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities
- Adhere to and promote all Company Safety Policies and the Company Code of Conduct.
- Attend pre-bid meetings to obtain project requirements and objectives.
- Contact suppliers and vendors for material and subcontract pricing.
- Identify and clarify project details with client, engineering, or architectural staff.
- Perform quantity takeoffs as required to build estimate items.
- Identify labor and equipment production for estimate items.
- Evaluate subcontractor and material pricing and perform scope comparisons.
- Research and utilize cost history in the development of labor and equipment production.
- Develop project schedule.
- Monitor progress of bid team to ensure that developmental milestones of the estimate are met.
- Review project plans and specifications to ensure all items are accounted for and plan is in place for execution of the project.
- Perform bid reviews with Project Team and/or Estimating Manager.
- Present final estimate at Executive Officer review.
- Lead the bid team with the estimate closeout process.
- Manage the bid team during the job turnover and buyout process with Operations.
- Regularly visit jobsites to develop and maintain project familiarity and knowledge.
- Provide technical information, change order pricing, and other forms of support as needed to Operations throughout the project.
- Participate in project close out with Operations to review estimated costs versus actual costs.
- Remain current on trends, methodologies and best practices within the construction and cost estimating field.
- Performs miscellaneous other duties and responsibilities to support company strategic initiatives.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline preferred and 2+ years' mechanical estimating experience; OR 5+ years recent mechanical estimating experience. Experience in commercial construction, utility, water/wastewater industries ideal.
- Ability to communicate with clients, executives and individuals at all levels of the organization in order to effectively create and review project estimates.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and stay organized while managing competing priorities.
- Ability to work well under pressure to meet project deadlines.
- Ability to establish goals and objectives to achieve project deadlines and monitor progress
- Ability to work independently while exercising good judgement and strong problem-solving skills.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze information and data skillfully and reach sound conclusions.
- Demonstrated financial acumen and understanding of the business implication of decisions.
- History of successfully working internally with an operational team and externally with engineers/architects, owners, and subcontractors.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Sage/Timberline, PlanSwift, ISqFt or similar software programs.
- Must possess a valid US Driver's License.
R.H. White is a family-owned construction management and general contracting company that has been in operation since 1923 . It has five primary business divisions: building construction, construction services, mechanical construction, utility construction and water utility management and operations. In addition to its Auburn, Massachusetts corporate headquarters and training center, the company also has multiple locations throughout New England.
We are proud of our workforce's long record of loyal service which we believe is directly correlated to our family culture and focus on employee safety and training. R.H. White has received numerous awards including the Massachusetts Employer of Choice Award from the Employer's Association of New England (EANE) and the Massachusetts Family Business of the Year Award from Northeastern University's Center for Family Business. Additionally, we've received multiple STEP (Safety, Training, Evaluation Process) Awards from the Associated Builders and Contractors of Massachusetts (ABC) and the Gould Construction Institute (GCI) over the last decade.
A business does not grow without investing in its employees and we recognize that our team members are the foundation of our success. So, if you're looking for a dynamic and rewarding career with a diversified and growing business, consider joining R.H. White.
R.H. White is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.