Chief Estimator

The Contractor:

We are currently partnered with a leading General Contractor/CM with operations across the North East seeking a Chief Estimator/Preconstruction Director to join their growing team in South Boston.

With expertise across Multifamily, Commercial & Institutional markets, they are a premium contractor with projects ranging from $10M to $300M with over 60 years in the market.

Responsibilities:

• Cultivate and sustain strong relationships with clients, owners, and subcontractors through clear and open communication.
• Conduct thorough reviews of bids and presentations before final corporate evaluations.
• Collaborate closely with department leadership to drive pursuit efforts and win new work, with a strong focus on client satisfaction.
• Oversee the preconstruction and estimating teams, guiding them in securing new projects while navigating challenges.
• Be the first point of contact for clients, ensuring strong ongoing relationships.
• Offer expert advice, mentorship, and training to foster team development and professional growth.
• Support the business unit in setting performance targets and achieving business growth.
• Manage and maintain departmental budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of overhead costs.
• Ensure that all preconstruction and estimating procedures are regularly evaluated, updated, and adhered to.
• Stay ahead of industry trends to boost the company’s competitive advantage and success rate in winning projects.
• Possess deep knowledge of commercial construction across various sectors, such as healthcare, hospitality, high-rise, and public projects.
• Oversee estimators to ensure estimates and proposals are accurate, timely, and utilize resources effectively.
• Review and participate in client proposal presentations, offering key insights and approvals.
• Develop and execute strategic pursuit plans, aligning team members with key objectives and ensuring smooth implementation.
• Lead the estimating process by directing the team’s tasks in an organized, timely manner.

Requirements:

• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field with 12+ years of relevant experience in estimating, project management, or construction.
• Experience working on projects valued at over $80M is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of critical path scheduling principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with Bluebeam & P6.
• Proven ability to negotiate and draft contract terms with owners and clients, working closely with the VP of Preconstruction Services.
• Proficient in estimating software tools such as On-Center, Insite, Timberline, or similar systems.

Paying $220.000 - $300.000 Base salary.

Not including bonuses & other top line benefits.