Senior Estimator - Large Projects - Palatine, IL

• WFH, great company benefits, and bonus structure
• Reputable Local GC doing over $300 million a year in revenue

About Our Client

Founded in the 1980's, my client is a well-established General Contractor and Construction Management firm headquartered in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago. Bringing in $300M annually, they specialize in a wide variety of projects such as public, healthcare, and light industrial. My client promotes from within and wants people who are looking to grow their career internally. Join this fun and collaborative team environment!

Job Description

The key responsibilities of the Senior Estimator:

• Managing all documentation to ensure the project is compliant, remains on schedule, and remains within budget while monitoring all costs.
• Obtaining, assembling, distributing, and filling all as-built drawings, warranties, certificates of occupancy, and lien releases.
• Scheduling projects in logical steps and budgeting time required to meet deadlines.
• Building and maintaining relationships critical to the success of the overall project and company
• Track and analyze data to reduce gaps between estimates and actual costs.
• Obtain and track subcontract bids and negotiate budgets.
• Prepare and present estimate documentation, including gaps in available data.
• Prepares estimates according to the requirements of multiple delivery systems. Reviews quotes and estimates with the project management team
• Assists with certain post-bid buyouts.
• Initiates and participates in meet and greet presentations with subcontractors and suppliers.

MPI 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.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Senior Estimator:

• BS degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or Project Management preferred
• Hard bid experience required
• Experience with public projects highly preferred
• 10+ years of experience in construction
• Experience with local municipalities

What's on Offer

• A competitive base salary between $150,000-$175,000 (Depending on Experience)
• Competitive bonus structure, project/profit based.
• Full health insurance package, plus PTO, paid holidays, 401k match, and profit sharing plan
• Company wide events, team bonding, and charitable outings
• Robust career advancement opportunity
• Strong training programs
• Flexible work hours

Contact

Moira Hughes

Quote job ref

JN-122024-6621562