Senior Estimator

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Senior Estimator to join our construction team. In this pivotal role, you will lead the development of accurate and comprehensive project estimates, ensuring competitive pricing while aligning with project scope, budget, and schedule. Your expertise will drive successful project bidding, foster strong client relationships, and contribute to the overall growth of our construction operations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to utilize your estimating skills in a fast-paced environment committed to excellence and innovation.

Duties

Prepare detailed construction estimates by analyzing project plans, specifications, and bid documents using On-Screen Takeoff, Quick Bid and Bluebeam software.

Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to develop accurate cost projections and identify potential risks or opportunities early in the bidding process.

Conduct thorough quantity takeoffs and cost analyses for ACT, framing, drywall, taping, and division 10 specialties.

Negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing while maintaining quality standards.

Review and evaluate contracts, scope of work, and change orders to ensure alignment with project goals and budget constraints.

Utilize Bluebeam for document markup, review, and collaboration to streamline communication across teams.

Lead efforts in risk assessment related to pricing strategies and contractual obligations to minimize financial exposure.

Support project management by providing detailed estimates that inform scheduling, resource allocation, and procurement planning.

Experience

Proven experience in construction estimating with a strong background in public works/prevailing wage projects.

Extensive knowledge of Onscreen Takeoff and Quick Bid construction estimating software.

Demonstrated proficiency in construction site experience coupled with a solid understanding of construction management principles.

Strong negotiation skills with subcontractors, vendors, and clients to achieve favorable terms.

Familiarity with contract types, scope development, cost control practices, and project management methodologies.

Ability to interpret complex drawings and specifications accurately.

Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Prior experience managing multiple bids simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail. Join us as a Senior Estimator if you're passionate about delivering precise estimates that set projects up for success! We value energetic professionals eager to grow within a collaborative environment dedicated to excellence in construction!

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.