What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Estimator position at Group PMX?
Engineering
With a portfolio of over 1,000 projects for public, private, and nonprofit owners in buildings, infrastructure, and energy markets, we have a proven track record. Our services are tailored to meet our clients where they are, providing the talent, tools, and technology they need to keep moving forward. Whether managing the execution of projects, offering a suite of support services, or advising during critical project phases, we continuously strive for excellence. Our efforts have been widely recognized, and in 2024, ENR New York named us on its list of Top Contractors for the fifth consecutive year. Group PMX is a certified MBE, DBE, SBE, and LBE firm.
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact? Do you thrive on tackling complex challenges and leveraging your technical expertise to drive results? Do you value working in a supportive and inclusive environment where your professional growth is a top priority? At Group PMX, you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your skills through comprehensive training, education, and in-house mentorship. We also encourage active participation in industry trade, business, and professional associations to keep you at the forefront of your field.
DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Capability and willingness to perform inspections of job site conditions and project progress, which may include climbing stairs and/or ladders to access areas throughout the project, accessing roofs, inspecting mechanical equipment rooms and electrical rooms, etc., to assist in the development of estimates.
- Understanding of construction and construction means and methods
- Review plans, architectural drawings, specifications and development estimates and refine costs as updated drawings are issued
- Review and leveling of bids confirming that the scope intent has been met. Identify and price items that have been omitted or excluded.
- Review and price change orders and have a proven track record in change order negotiations.
- Maintain change order request and change order logs reporting to project staff on the status of reviews and issues and the ability to document change order negotiations in a clear concise manner.
- Analytical and quantitative skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to set and be accountable for project deadlines
- Excellent skills with Microsoft Office Suite and other construction related programs, particularly “on screen” type take off packages (OST, Planswift, Bluebeam, etc.)
- Establishing labor rates based on locality and union versus non-union.
- Establishing unit prices based on anticipated productivity and current market values
- Identify cost trends to assist management in decision making
QUALITIES
- Ability to develop and maintain successful business relations and to efficiently and effectively meet project goals and objectives
- Strong communications skills and relationship-building skills
- Ability to respond effectively and appropriately to the most sensitive issues
- Ability to assist in developing effective and persuasive presentations
- Negotiation skills
- Good judgment and reasoning ability, enabling problem solving with a variety of options in varying situations
- Collaboration, transparency and leadership are the hallmark of Group PMX
EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) (engineering and/or construction management a plus)
- 15 plus years' experience with aviation experience preferable
- Estimating construction costs and negotiation of change orders
One Team. Shared Success.SM At Group PMX, we are more than just a project, program, and construction management company; we are a community of passionate professionals dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and creating collaborative environments that promote better project performance outcomes for our clients and partners. Our core purpose is to build, align, and coordinate high-performance teams around a "project-first thinking culture." We foster a “one team” environment where every team member, from entry-level to senior management, plays a crucial role in our success.
Group PMX is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer
Job # 581
Salary: $160-220K
Salary : $160,000 - $220,000