Mechanical Senior Estimator
Phoenix, AZ - USA
Job Summary
The future you want is within reach.
At PCL your personal and professional growth is our passion. Were excited to help you discover whats next in your journey so you can build a legacy that youre proud of. With locations and projects across North America and beyond exciting opportunities are waiting for you in dozens of cities.
Heres how anMechanical Senior Estimatorfor PCL Industrial Services Inc. contributes to our team:
- Conducts detailed analysis of contract documents (isometric as-built and engineering drawings) and specifications for large hard-bid / lump sum construction management and small to medium design build projects to determine overall project requirements (bonding insurance etc.).
- Establishes a critical path schedule including milestone dates and completion timelines to meet contract completion dates for large projects.
- Completes full quantity take-off of all labor equipment and materials for larger scopes.
- Leads pricing the general expense and project-specific general requirements for medium to large projects (lump sum and construction management).
- Completes as-bid estimate and trade buy-out strategy with operations team.
- Assists in presenting estimate/proposal and prepares and delivers client presentations.
- Performs quantity material and labor take-off from drawings specifications and related documents.
- Documents all information relating to the estimate and archives and organizes such information to transfer to the project team upon successful award.
- Conducts a risk and opportunity analysis for review by chief estimator to add into risk register.
- Liaises with external consultants and project management organizations to estimate project budget requirements and coordinates tender development process on behalf of clients.
- Monitors client project-specific success criteria (CPSSC); specifically understands owners business requirements revenue generation and provides solutions. Holds team accountable and challenges team and project to find creative solutions for overall project benefit.
- Bachelors degree in related discipline or Trade experience or equivalent.
- 12 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating with 12 months of onsite experience preferred.
- Successfully led pursuits valued up to $250 million in delivery model hard bid/lump sum construction management/cost reimbursable/target price and/or design build.
- Experience with self-perform estimate and productivity understanding.
- Knowledge and understanding of different construction methods planning scheduling sequencing potential problems and timelines and is a district champion in these matters.
- Extensive knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation including quantity take-off procedures trade contractor procurement pricing and bid closing procedures.
- Expert in understanding and teaching contract terms for various delivery models and able to identify contract risks and opportunity.
- Understands different bid processes and contract delivery type methods: Hard bid/lump sum guaranteed maximum price (GMP) unit price design-build target prices EPC and construction management/cost reimbursable.
- Ability to lead successful teams.
- Resourceful and self-motivated with strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
- Strong ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships with owners peers and industry representatives and leverage the industry relationships for a competitive advantage.
Your Work Has Purpose Here
PCL projects are where life happens where communities connect careers begin and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project we are building something bigger: a future thats inclusive resilient and full of opportunity.
At PCL Industrial Services Inc. we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences identities and perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit potential and the drive to make a difference regardless of race gender age ability or background.
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Company: PCL Industrial Services Inc.
Primary Location: Phoenix Arizona
Job Title: Mechanical Senior Estimator
Requisition ID: 13322
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Build with PCL, a 100% employee-owned construction company providing exceptional services across Canada, the U.S., Caribbean, and Australia. We specialize in civil infrastructure, industrial, and building projects.