Construction Estimator

Overview Do you have a passion for the Construction Industry? Is working for a thriving company that offers professional growth opportunities and unbelievable employee benefits important for you? Then being part of our team at Lunacon Construction Group is the place to be Lunacon Construction's #1 priority is to ensure client satisfaction. We provide a broad range of construction management and general contracting services through a "hands‑on" approach that thrives on hard work, dedication, and the development of a great level of trustworthiness from our employees to our clients. Lunacon leadership has over 50 years of collective experience in the industry. We have successfully managed a wide range of projects with contract values of over $1.8 billion dollars. General Summary We are seeking a competent Lead Construction Estimator for our rapidly‑growing construction company. The role involves preparing work to be estimated by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents; identifying labor, material, and time requirements; and computing costs by analyzing these requirements. The Lead Construction Estimator plays a critical role in company critical projects and is responsible for developing accurate and timely proposals and estimates for both Federal and Commercial client projects ranging from $5 to $20 million to ensure Lunacon is a responsive bidder. Experience with local, state and federal government entities, servicing institutions, and industrial, educational, aerospace, and medical facility projects is a MUST Job Responsibilities Evaluate and understand bid drawings and specifications, ensuring all details have been reviewed to provide clients with accurate pricing (general conditions, time, cost, material, manpower, equipment, difficulty, special conditions). Discuss any unusual conditions or difficulties with others (i.e. superintendent, PM) as needed. Prepare time, cost, materials, and labor conceptual / budget estimates and formal proposals (exclusions, inclusions, substitutions, etc.), including preparation of all documentation. Solicit pricing for materials, equipment, and subcontracted work. Complete quantity takeoffs, coordinate other trades, and identify scope gap or omission issues. Consult with clients, vendors, superintendents, and project leaders to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues. Work with engineers, architects, owners, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates. Attend pre‑bid site walks and client, engineer, and product representatives meetings in the PNW. Participate in (and may lead) weekly planning meetings with estimating staff. Document and submit RFIs to clients in a timely and professional manner. Maintain electronic documentation, correspondence records, and notes for the bid. Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation with the support of accounting at regular intervals for the duration of the project. Assess the cost‑effectiveness of products, projects, and services as the project develops. Assist Project Managers with buy‑outs on project. Assist Project Manager with purchasing and any change orders on projects as requested. Complete pre‑qualification processes with clients, vendors, and general contractors. Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors. Job closeout and reviews. Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent related work experience. Relevant experience in the Highway and Safety Improvement industry is a plus. Work Experience 5+ years estimating experience. Prior management experience required. Knowledge, skills, and abilities Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), P6 Scheduling software. Advanced knowledge of Estimating software (Harddollar, Onscreen Take‑Off, Bluebeam, Salesforce, Egordian +). Advanced knowledge of civil engineering principles. Advanced knowledge of construction principles and equipment capabilities. Advanced project estimator skills that include performing engineering calculations and being conversant in engineering nomenclature to communicate effectively with Engineers, Product Managers, Project Managers, Engineering and vendors. Thorough understanding of all 16 CSI divisions. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer. #J-18808-Ljbffr