Senior Estimator

Overview

Doyon Management Services, LLC (DMS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Doyon Government Group (DGG), provides design-build and general construction services for demolition, new construction, renovations, repairs, and civil projects at government-owned facilities and military installations.

The Senior Estimator prepares cost estimates for construction projects to assist with bidding and pricing, while supervising estimating operations and producing accurate estimates for multi-disciplinary Federal Government projects, including Bid-Build and Design-Build projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Estimate commercial building construction and civil/public works projects
• Create project schedules and allocate costs
• Manage budgets and collaborate with construction or project managers
• Review data to determine material and labor requirements and prepare itemized lists
• Compute cost factors and prepare estimates for planning, organizing, and scheduling work; preparing bids; selecting vendors or subcontractors; and determining cost-effectiveness
• Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or implement cost reductions
• Consult with clients, vendors, or other stakeholders to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
• Interface with internal teams to obtain support and commitment for cost estimates
• Organize and manage a centralized cost estimating database and formal processes to ensure the use of historical data
• Analyze completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and identify reasons for discrepancies
• Provide recommendations to improve cost estimating procedures and reduce discrepancies between estimated and actual costs
• Identify cost trends to assist management with cost reduction and process improvement efforts
• Supervise and mentor Estimators, Project Engineers, and other staff within the estimating department
• Ensure compliance with EEO/AA enforcement standards, as outlined in the Job Summary and Core Requirements sections
• Support the development of employees
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Read, analyze, and interpret complex documents
• Respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints
• Comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory
• Understand concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations, proofs, and theorems (a plus)
• Use Microsoft Word, Excel, MC2, or similar software, as well as on-screen takeoff tools
• Solve practical problems and address situations with limited standardization
• Interpret various instructions presented in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Apply knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) laws or undergo training in this area
• Ensure adherence to EEO/AA laws and the company’s Affirmative Action Plan, including compliance with policies regarding anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and fair employment practices

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Commitment to Excellence - Identifies what needs to be accomplished and takes action to achieve a standard of excellence beyond job expectations
• Corporate Values - Understands, embraces, and integrates Doyon corporate values into everyday duties and responsibilities
• Customer Service - Identifies and responds to current and future needs by providing excellent service to internal and external customers
• Safety and Security - Promotes a safe work environment for co-workers and customers
• Teamwork - Resourceful team player that builds, strengthens, and maintains collaborative relationships with others inside or outside the organization

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

• Leadership- Maintains a productive climate and confidently motivates, mobilizes, and coaches employees to meet high performance standards and goals
• Strategic Implementation/Thinking - Formulates effective strategies consistent with the business and competitive strategies, examines policy issues and strategic planning with a long-term perspective, determines objectives, sets priorities, and anticipates potential threats or opportunities
• Supervisory Skills - Oversees, guides, and evaluates activities of immediate subordinates

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 10 years of experience as an approved construction estimator on USACE, NAVFAC, or similar federal projects
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or trade school equivalent is preferred
• 10 years of cumulative construction estimating experience or equivalent education and experience
• Proficiency in On-Screen Takeoff software and Microsoft Excel
• Strong organizational skills and self-motivation
• Excellent communication and computer skills
• Government project experience preferred; commercial experience may suffice

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:  Most of the work is performed in both indoor and outdoor settings, involving a diverse range of people with varying functions, personalities, and abilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The role requires performing a variety of physical tasks, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and engaging in repetitive motions. It involves light work, exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, up to 15 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Close visual acuity is essential for tasks such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer terminal, reading, inspecting small defects or parts, operating machines (including inspection), using measurement devices, and assembling or fabricating parts at close distances. The position also requires occasional to frequent travel.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: It is Doyon’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT: Doyon grants preference to qualified Doyon Shareholders first, and second to qualified shareholders of other Alaska Native corporations that grant a similar preference in all phases of employment and training, which include, but are not limited to hiring, promotion, layoff, transfer, and training.

PAY TRANSPARENCY STATEMENT: The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

EEO STATEMENT:

Apply Online at https://careers.doyon.com

We are a Federal Contractor and comply with the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA).

We are an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.  The EEO is the Law, and the poster is available https://www.eeoc.gov/poster. For questions on the job posting contact (253) 344-5300

If you need assistance or special accommodations during the application process, please contact the appropriate Human Resources Department at dgghr@doyongovgrp.com.