What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Estimator position at PCL Construction?
The future you want is within reach.At PCL, we don't just build structures; we build communities and careers. Join our team as a Senior Estimator helping to spearhead growth in the Pacific Northwest as part of a team in Oregon that's passionate about delivering impactful projects, fostering growth, and embracing an entrepreneurial spirit.Here's how a Senior Estimator for our Portland office contributes to our team : ResponsibilitiesEstimate and Buy-Out : Prepare as-bid estimates and develop trade buy-out strategies in collaboration with the operations team.Tender Coordination : Collaborate with external consultants and manage the tender development process.Pricing Leadership : Lead the pricing strategy for general expenses and project-specific requirements for medium to large projects.Client Presentations : Assist in preparing and delivering proposals and presentations to clients.Contract Analysis : Review and analyze contract documents and specifications for various project types, including hard-bid / lump sum, construction management, and design-build.Scheduling : Develop critical path schedules with milestones to ensure timely project completion.Quantity Take-Off : Perform comprehensive take-offs for labor, equipment, and materials for large scopes of work.Risk Management : Conduct risk and opportunity analyses to integrate into the project's risk register.Project Success Criteria : Monitor and ensure project-specific success criteria are met, offering innovative solutions to challenges.Entrepreneurial : Will join a team leading an extension effort into the Oregon and SW Washington market.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent Trade experience.10 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating with 12 months of onsite experience preferred.Proven experience in leading estimates and / or pursuits for projects valued up to $250 million.Strong understanding of construction methods, planning, and scheduling.Extensive knowledge of bid preparation, trade procurement, and bid closing.Expert in contract terms and identifying contract risks.Excellent communication skills, especially oral.Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.Extremely flexible to manage varied workloads.Hands-on team player who supports staff.Mentoring approach with strong interpersonal skills.Self-motivated and resourceful with strong organizational skills.Strong relationships in the subcontracting community and willingness to nurture those relationships.PCL is a leading, employee-owned company dedicated to excellence in construction. We offer a dynamic work environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to work on projects that matter. Join us and contribute to building the palces where life happens.The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.The salary range for this position is $142,500 to $165,000 annually based on experience and background.PCL combines numerous pay and benefit strategies to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. Any salary range displayed by a job board is an estimate. Your salary, which considers your unique qualifications and experience, is just one component of the robust total rewards you'll enjoy at PCL. This may include an employee share purchase offering, discretionary annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, retirement plan plus matching, and career development programs. Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at careers@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in.Together, we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started! Employee Status : Regular Full-Time Company : PCL Construction Services, Inc. Primary Location : Portland, Oregon Job : Senior EstimatorRequisition : 7408
Salary : $142,500 - $165,000
