Christman Company
Senior Estimator
Christman Company, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
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With projects throughout the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex region, Christman Facility Solutions is a great place to begin, continue or grow your career. We're searching for the next generation of innovative minds who want to shape the world and live to build. Christman Facility Solutions is looking for a
Senior Estimator
in the
Dallas/Forth Worth metroplex
region.
As a Senior Estimator, you'll work closely with the Preconstruction team in managing specific project assignments while focusing on cost leadership strategies for our clients. You'll provide leadership in preparing estimate deliverables, reviewing project plans and specifications, and overall coordination of internal estimating resources to execute projects.
What You Will Do:
As Senior Estimator, your primary daily responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:
Supervise, check work, and mentor Estimators and Estimating Engineers
Develop and oversee conceptual estimates for assigned projects, support the planning and engineering groups in the development of all levels of estimates, and collect and analyze close-out and benchmark data
Develop and maintain relationships with material suppliers, equipment vendors, subcontractors, general contractors, and other clients (owners/end users)
Lead major estimating efforts
Develop and clarify estimate reports
Cultivate strong subcontractor knowledge and relations
Present estimating results to clients and stakeholders
Demonstrate knowledge of all civil structure architectural trades
Be competent at conceptual and detailed levels of estimating
Provide value engineering leadership and tracking
Drive deadlines and achieve results
Master the scope review process
Master estimating software programs including on-screen take-off
Consult with architects and engineers on project parameters
Ensure database-pricing updates are completed
What You Will Bring to the Team:
Required experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:
Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related job field.
Eight (8) years of estimating experience in construction or related job field.
-OR-
Equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience.
Preferred Education and Experience
Ten (10) years of commercial construction experience.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Independent sales strengths for presentations and project pursuits.
History of successfully working relationships with the internal operation team and externally with owners, architects/engineers, and subcontractors.
Attention to detail: observant, accomplishes tasks accurately the first time; does not let things fall through the cracks.
Dedication to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers, establishing and maintaining effective relationships with customers, and gaining their trust and respect.
Ability to make good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, experience, and judgement.
Provide advice and solutions to others.
Strong computer knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Why Christman?
At Christman, everyone is an owner. Through our
employee stock ownership plan , each employee-owner shares in the collective success and wealth of our nationally recognized company and is eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits program, including health insurance, 401K contribution, professional development and tuition reimbursement, and more.
Christman Facility Solutions provides superior knowledge and capability to complete turnkey service and projects not only efficiently, but with high quality workmanship. We are passionate about constructing facilities that drive our economy, improve our public infrastructure, and create the spaces that enable our clients to do what they do best.
With an office in Irving, Texas, Christman Facility Solutions specializes in:
Licensed Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Services
Carpentry & General Trades
Facility Services
General Contracting
Learn more
about how you can grow as a Christman Expert, Leader and Partner and build more with us.
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
The majority of work is completed outside at the construction site and in an office trailer where the project is monitored, and daily decisions are made about construction activities. The position is often exposed to sounds and loud noises, such as construction equipment. The job requires the wearing of protective equipment when on the construction site (hardhats, safety glasses, and highly visible clothing). Temperatures and conditions may vary depending on the weather and seasons. As part of our focus on being a Great Place to Work, we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics we expect:
Ability to occasionally stand, walk, sit, reach (with hands and arms), climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Must be able to talk, hear, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, be able to use a telephone and operate a keyboard.
Be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Notice to Recruiting Agencies (Unsolicited Resumes):
The Christman Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our applicant tracking system, website, or to any Christman employee/affiliates. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Christman employees or its' affiliates will be considered property of The Christman Company and will be processed accordingly. Christman will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume without an executed agreement and assigned to a specific search.
The Christman family of companies is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
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With projects throughout the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex region, Christman Facility Solutions is a great place to begin, continue or grow your career. We're searching for the next generation of innovative minds who want to shape the world and live to build. Christman Facility Solutions is looking for a
Senior Estimator
in the
Dallas/Forth Worth metroplex
region.
As a Senior Estimator, you'll work closely with the Preconstruction team in managing specific project assignments while focusing on cost leadership strategies for our clients. You'll provide leadership in preparing estimate deliverables, reviewing project plans and specifications, and overall coordination of internal estimating resources to execute projects.
What You Will Do:
As Senior Estimator, your primary daily responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:
Supervise, check work, and mentor Estimators and Estimating Engineers
Develop and oversee conceptual estimates for assigned projects, support the planning and engineering groups in the development of all levels of estimates, and collect and analyze close-out and benchmark data
Develop and maintain relationships with material suppliers, equipment vendors, subcontractors, general contractors, and other clients (owners/end users)
Lead major estimating efforts
Develop and clarify estimate reports
Cultivate strong subcontractor knowledge and relations
Present estimating results to clients and stakeholders
Demonstrate knowledge of all civil structure architectural trades
Be competent at conceptual and detailed levels of estimating
Provide value engineering leadership and tracking
Drive deadlines and achieve results
Master the scope review process
Master estimating software programs including on-screen take-off
Consult with architects and engineers on project parameters
Ensure database-pricing updates are completed
What You Will Bring to the Team:
Required experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:
Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related job field.
Eight (8) years of estimating experience in construction or related job field.
-OR-
Equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience.
Preferred Education and Experience
Ten (10) years of commercial construction experience.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Independent sales strengths for presentations and project pursuits.
History of successfully working relationships with the internal operation team and externally with owners, architects/engineers, and subcontractors.
Attention to detail: observant, accomplishes tasks accurately the first time; does not let things fall through the cracks.
Dedication to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers, establishing and maintaining effective relationships with customers, and gaining their trust and respect.
Ability to make good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, experience, and judgement.
Provide advice and solutions to others.
Strong computer knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Why Christman?
At Christman, everyone is an owner. Through our
employee stock ownership plan , each employee-owner shares in the collective success and wealth of our nationally recognized company and is eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits program, including health insurance, 401K contribution, professional development and tuition reimbursement, and more.
Christman Facility Solutions provides superior knowledge and capability to complete turnkey service and projects not only efficiently, but with high quality workmanship. We are passionate about constructing facilities that drive our economy, improve our public infrastructure, and create the spaces that enable our clients to do what they do best.
With an office in Irving, Texas, Christman Facility Solutions specializes in:
Licensed Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Services
Carpentry & General Trades
Facility Services
General Contracting
Learn more
about how you can grow as a Christman Expert, Leader and Partner and build more with us.
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
The majority of work is completed outside at the construction site and in an office trailer where the project is monitored, and daily decisions are made about construction activities. The position is often exposed to sounds and loud noises, such as construction equipment. The job requires the wearing of protective equipment when on the construction site (hardhats, safety glasses, and highly visible clothing). Temperatures and conditions may vary depending on the weather and seasons. As part of our focus on being a Great Place to Work, we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics we expect:
Ability to occasionally stand, walk, sit, reach (with hands and arms), climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Must be able to talk, hear, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, be able to use a telephone and operate a keyboard.
Be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Notice to Recruiting Agencies (Unsolicited Resumes):
The Christman Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our applicant tracking system, website, or to any Christman employee/affiliates. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Christman employees or its' affiliates will be considered property of The Christman Company and will be processed accordingly. Christman will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume without an executed agreement and assigned to a specific search.
The Christman family of companies is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
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