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We are eager to welcome a talented Lead Estimator to our dynamic team. This crucial role involves understanding customer needs, building relationships, and generating interest from subcontractors. The successful candidate will proficiently prepare, discuss, and follow through on project estimates, applying a robust understanding of the Construction Management process alongside "hard bid" pursuits. Your extensive knowledge of construction projects will enable you to deliver precise estimates and comprehensive scopes of work. As a Lead Estimator, you will plan, manage, coordinate, and estimate projects with support from our dedicated estimating team. Our Vision, Mission, and Core Values: Vision Statement: To be the premier construction partner recognized for our unwavering commitment to every project's success. Mission Statement: To cultivate a team of professionals who embody our core values and foster a collaborative culture for growth and success. Core Values: Optimism: We embrace a positive mindset, focusing on opportunities rather than obstacles. Initiative: We are proactive problem solvers, self-motivated and driven. Accountability: We uphold a culture of ownership, personal responsibility, and safety. Our Vision, Mission, and Core Values are integral to our daily operations and decision-making processes. They guide our leadership, training, and performance evaluations, ensuring that they remain a core part of our organizational identity. We aim to inspire our employees to embody these principles every day. Key Responsibilities: Analyze specifications and drawings, and participate in pre-bid meetings to ascertain the scope of work and estimating requirements. Investigate site conditions before bidding to identify waste areas, borrow locations, and dump sites. Quickly identify risks and develop strategies for mitigation. When necessary, create self-performed scopes (labor and material) and review with the General Superintendent. Evaluate design options and recommend solutions based on cost-effectiveness, engineering quality, and material availability. Utilize historical unit price and productivity data for estimates. Incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, and productivity reports into unit and man hour figures. Understand the critical path schedule and sequence of work. Explore value engineering opportunities. Prepare estimates through comprehensive takeoffs of the work scope, pricing individual work items. Review subcontractor and vendor quotes, acting as a liaison during the bidding phase. Maintain organized files of working documents as backup for estimate figures, ensuring access to current pricing information from suppliers. Consult with the Director of Estimating and the preconstruction team for pricing reviews. Support team members in preparing estimates for assigned trades. Establish budgets for projects. Participate in client presentations as needed. Conduct site visits to observe construction methods. Ensure all documentation and data are systematically maintained to support estimate figures. Stay proficient in software tools and technology utilized in estimating. Engage in project hand-off meetings and attend relevant meetings with suppliers and subcontractors. Communicate and uphold the Company’s vision, values, and goals. Complete additional tasks as directed by supervisors. Expected Outcomes: Estimates are submitted on time, professionally, and competitively. Estimates are accurate, accounting for risks and construction methodologies. Projects utilizing the estimates prove profitable. Establish a positive company image with clients, potential clients, vendors, and subcontractors. Cultivate strong relationships with subcontractors, adhering to ethical standards. Essential Skills and Experience: 4-year engineering degree or equivalent technical training and experience. 10+ years of experience in estimating and cost control management. Proficient in CPM conceptual scheduling. Experience estimating projects ranging from $100,000 to over $75 million. Familiarity with estimating software such as Timberline, On-Screen Takeoff, Building Connected, etc. Extensive knowledge of corporate construction procedures, estimating techniques, and all relevant engineering disciplines. Strong math and computer skills. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. If you are excited about joining an innovative and collaborative team in a rewarding work environment, we want to hear from you! We strive to stay ahead of emerging trends in the industry, and every team member plays a vital role in our success. DEW invests in its people, motivating them to bring their best selves to work daily. Along with competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, we provide opportunities for learning, development, and growth. This commitment to our employees has earned DEW recognition as one of the top places to work in New Hampshire and Vermont. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.