Senior Estimator - Construction - St. Louis, MO

Company: Michael Page
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: October 28, 2024

Job Description:

Join a mission-driven general contractor specializing in affordable multifamily housing, where you'll be responsible for developing project budgets, scopes of work, and managing subcontractor outreach. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth in a supportive and inclusive work environment. Apply now and have your application reviewed today!Client DetailsMy client is a mission-driven general contractor specializing in affordable, multifamily housing. At this company, every day is an opportunity to make a difference. Your work will directly impact the lives of families in need of high-quality, affordable homes.At this company, you'll work alongside industry professionals who value your expertise and input. They foster a positive and inclusive work culture where every individual feels valued and respected.This client invests in their employees' professional development and growth. If you're looking to expand your skill set, take on new challenges, or advance your career, they will provide the resources and support you need to reach your full potential.Description

• Responsible for developing the budgets and scopes of work for all projects
• Develops preliminary estimates for potential clients
• Creates project-specific final scopes of work
• Leads outreach efforts to subcontractors
• Obtains bids with particular attention to M/WBE, Section 3, and prevailing wage requirements
• Evaluate bids from subcontractors and suppliers for accuracy and completeness
• Hands off project budget to the Project Management team and assists the team in the selection of subcontractors and suppliers through final bidding and buyout
• Assists with certain post-bid buyouts as needed
• Develops and maintains historic cost database to maximize estimating efficiency and increase conceptual estimating accuracy
• Establishes and maintains standard scope of work packages for each trade
• Builds and maintains relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
• Interacts with clients, architects, and engineers as neededProfile
  • 5+ years of Estimating experience
  • Experience with projects with contract value of $15M+
  • Experience in multifamily housing, especially affordable housing, preferred
  • Self-starter with ability to work under moderate supervision
  • Comfortable soliciting subs in newer markets where client is expanding
  • Proficient with Building Connected or similar preconstruction softwareJob Offer
    • Base salary: $90k - $120k, dependent on experience
    • Bonus earning potential
    • Fully vested 401(k) with a 4% employer match
    • Health, dental, and vision coverage (all employee premiums paid by company)
    • Insurance and 401(k) benefits offered with immediate eligibility
    • 15 days of PTO
    • Flexible hours
    • Car allowance
    • Phone allowance
    • Unlimited growth potentiaMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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