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Senior Estimator / Manager of Pre-Construction

KWH Constructors Inc
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/17/2025

Description :

KWH Constructors, Inc is a privately owned, growing steel erector with a construction engineering subsidiary. We are looking for a Senior Estimator / Manager of Pre-Construction to join our team. KWH is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the best talent in the industry. KWH offers a competitive salary and benefits, plus the opportunity to help KWH grow into an industry leading steel erector in the US.

Incorporated in Canada and the United States, KWH Constructors is a full service, turn-key construction company specializing in all erection-oriented projects. We are an engineered erector and installer of bridges, machinery, heavy equipment, and complex steel structures. When it comes to the challenging field of structural steel erection, KWH offers superior standards of performance and workmanship by a highly experienced team. From our structural engineers to our construction superintendents and field supervisors, the KWH team knows construction from start to finish. KWH uses innovative methods to complete jobs to the highest standards, in terms of quality, safety, cost efficiency, and environmental friendliness.

Location : Seattle, WA.

Responsibilities :

  • As an active member of the Management Team, you will direct the estimating and pre-construction process for projects in the United States.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor the full life cycle of the estimating process including labor, material, and equipment rates, estimate setup, estimate archiving, and current productivity rates, among others.
  • Responsible for all aspects of estimating and overall process for projects including pre-estimate meetings, site visits, kick-off meetings, and estimate archiving.
  • Conduct a detailed analysis of the contract documents and specifications, to determine overall project requirements and identify any associated risks.
  • Complete a full quantity take-off of all labor, equipment, and materials required to complete the project as per contract drawing and specifications.
  • Works autonomously and provides leadership, coaching, and mentoring to maximize efficiency and productivity of estimators.
  • Ensure project and Company safety standards and environmental programs are adhered to within estimates.
  • Manage the post-estimate / pre-construction efforts until completing an internal hand-over to Operations.
  • Maintain current contacts, and development new contacts, in the construction industry with a view to sourcing new steel erection opportunities in Washington State and other US markets.
  • Be an ambassador of the Company both internally and externally while liaising with Clients, Owners, and Unions.
  • Mentor, coach, and supervise Field Engineers / Engineers In Training, Estimators, and Project Managers.
  • Proactively seek new business opportunities through relationships. KWH is currently looking to expand operations within Washington and Canada, plus new markets in Oregon, California, Alaska, and other parts of the Western United States.

Physical Demands / Work Environment :

  • Work is performed in a combination standard office, field office, construction site, and hybrid / home environment. KWH is willing to work with all employees on a work environment that allows them to excel.
  • Subject to standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting of objects up to 55 pounds; may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and extreme noise when conducting site visits.
  • KWH promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.
  • What We Offer :

  • Competitive compensation package including vacation and paid sick leave.
  • Comprehensive benefit package including medical / extended health care, dental, and vision.
  • Self-directed company paid 401(k) contributions.
  • Salary based on experience - $140,000-$160,000 depending on experience and location.
  • 4 weeks of vacation per year, with credit for prior industry experience.
  • 13 paid holidays per year.
  • 10 paid sick days per year.
  • Job Type : Full-time, exempt.

    Please, no unsolicited resumes or phone inquiries from agencies, thank you.

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

    Requirements :

  • Exemplary leadership skills, including strong team building capabilities.
  • 10 years of experience leading estimating construction projects, preferably including structural steel installation, from $1-20MM including developing and setting up estimating templates and process.
  • 10 years of experience completing the pre-construction function on construction projects including developing and implementing pre-construction principals.
  • Complex Steel Bridge, such as movable, arch, suspension, or cable-stayed, and Industrial construction experience is preferred.
  • Degree in Civil or Construction Engineering would be advantageous but not required.
  • HeavyBid experience is preferred by not required.
  • Experience with Unanet (or another CRM platform), BuildingConnected (or other bid management system), and TradeTapp (or other prequalification system).
  • Smartsheet and Autodesk Construction Cloud Build experience is advantageous.
  • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Structural Steel erection experience is preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills for internal and external clients (oral, written, and presentations).
  • Must be eligible to work in the US. Eligibility to work in Canada would be advantageous.
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    Salary : $140,000 - $160,000

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