Senior Construction Estimator

Trillium Construction is hiring for a Senior Construction Estimator in Fort Worth, TX to work with a well-established general commercial contractor and manage the bidding process by meticulously evaluating bid specifications and drawings for all projects.

Duties:

• Ensure precise scoping of plans to solicit bids for all trades and equipment suppliers necessary for each project.
• Conduct job site surveys and participate in pre-construction job site meetings to gather essential information.
• Prepare in-house detailed take-offs, demonstrating a keen understanding of project specifications.
• Assist in the solicitation of subcontractor bids by recommending or identifying specific client/landlord-required subcontractors.
• Thoroughly review subcontractor bid packages to ensure inclusion of all scope items in their bids.
• Take the lead in preparing project schedules, finalizing bids, and submitting them to the client/owner for consideration.
• Review owner bid packages meticulously to grasp project requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the Project Manager to assist in the final selection of subcontractors to be awarded projects.
• Communicate in a professional manner with clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders throughout the pre-construction process.
• Occasionally provide value engineering and make recommendations for alternatives when appropriate or at the client's request.

Compensation:

• Annual salary between $90,000 - $110,000, with 10% position bonus, and profit-based bonus.
• Profit sharing
• 401k
• Medical and dental insurance 100% paid by employer, or $512/month reimbursement
• PTO

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field; relevant certifications are a plus.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in the construction industry is required. Emphasis on retail projects is required and should be outlined during the hiring process.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills for precise take-offs and bid calculations.
• Familiarity with construction plans, specifications, and project documents.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools for estimating.
• Knowledge of value engineering principles.

Trillium Construction Services has been recruiting and hiring construction and skilled trades talent for over 30 years. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.