About Us
At Consolidated, we offer proven expertise in preconstruction, general contracting, and construction management. Our expert team brings experience and ingenuity to complex projects in a range of core markets including state-of-the-art recreation and sports facilities, boat and RV self-storage, corporate offices / interiors, healthcare clinics, senior and affordable housing, private schools and worship facilities, industrial / manufacturing.
About the Role
We are looking for a Lead Estimator to join our team, with the emphasis on Lead(ership). While you will be responsible for Bid Leadership, Estimates, and Coverage of assigned project(s), the quality we are looking for is your ability to lead the internal team and relevant stakeholders. If you are looking for a reputable Company with 35 years of professional experience that is striving to lead our industry with integrity, than we would love the opportunity to connect with you!
Position : Lead Estimator
Location : San Clemente, California
Employment Type : Full-time
Summary of Job Expectations :
- The Lead Estimator provides overall leadership and direction needed to perform quality estimates, through :
Duties & Responsibilities - Execution of essential duties & responsibilities : Bid Leadership, Estimates, and Coverage (see below).
Initiative - See when something needs to be done and do it; demonstrate "self-starter" attitude, help achieve overall Company goals.Judgement - Implement analytical skills to interpret and understand Company goals and department direction to identify potential issues; recognize deficiencies and seek help when appropriate, able to work under pressure.Growth - Demonstrate self-leadership through achieving annual, personal excellence goals.Values - Embody Company values :Integrity - We are true to our word.
Safety - We put workplace safety above all else.Dedication - We are committed to excellence.Loyalty - We are loyal to our clients, partners, and one another.Community - We express gratitude by serving others.Family - We value the importance of family and personal life.Growth - We continually strive to be better versions of ourselves.Humility - We freely share ideas and are always open to feedback.Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Include but are not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Bid Leadership :
Provide overall leadership to assigned bid(s) that ensures bid(s) are under control with no emergencies, proactive with coverage follow-up, hold estimators accountable for coverage results, and set appropriate bid(s) strategy that creates a sense of thoroughness and urgency to win the opportunity.Confer with chief estimator to outline work plan, assigned duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority per estimate; complete Lead Estimator Checklist.Assist in coordinating activities of estimators to ensure project progresses on schedule and with prescribed coverage of all trades.Attend job walks and pre-bid conferences concerning contract requirements, job conditions, competition and / or any other issues or risk associated with the project.Confer with project leaders and superintendents to obtain and / or provide technical advice and to help prepare bids.Estimates :
Provide leadership and support needed to perform multiple, quality estimates that are accurate and within the time constraints.Analyze, read, interpret and understand plans, specifications, construction cost data and other contract documents to identify and quantify scope, risk and opportunities.Identify project trades, vendors, and subcontractors, and use CCSI subcontractor database for identification and solicitation of the most competitive, qualified subcontractors and vendors per trade.Prepare and submit for review detailed work breakdown structures (wbs) per trade covering total scope of work per trade that include correct amount of detail vs. the trade and project.When closing folders, analyze subcontractor qualifications and identify discrepancies between subcontractor bid vs. plans and specifications.Consult and negotiate with vendors and subcontractors concerning scope coverage, gaps, cost and problem resolution issues.Coverage -
Ensure adequate coverage (defined as a min. of 3 bids per trade) is secured, per major trade.Recognize the appropriate sub for the project type, location, and size.Hold subcontractors accountable for submitting bids and follow up with subcontractors that fail to submit bids.No scope gaps, misses, or double-ups.Oversee the preparation and tracking of Historical Cost data on each project.Continually review CCSI subcontractor database with modifications and updates to improve our database content.
