Senior Estimator

Description• Analyze drawings and specifications and distribute to bidding subcontractors.• Understand contractual terms, conditions, and requirements.• Create detailed take-offs for each project and use to develop cost and analyze subcontractor proposals.• Negotiate with subcontractors to ensure each trade includes full scopes of work.• Create and maintain a cost database for labor and material pricing.• Oversee estimating efforts and review/approve proposals compiled by junior associates.• Lead preconstruction teams through the estimating, proposal, and value engineering processes.• Work with clients to value engineer projects within their budget.• Provide mentorship to junior estimators by assisting with coordination and sharing experience.• Enhance relationships with clients, architects, and engineers.• Maintains commercial construction estimating staff by recruiting, selecting, orientating, and training employees; planning monitoring and appraising job results.• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.• Protects operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential.RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the associate is:• Frequently required to perform administrative and professional work using writing tools and electronic media• Required to be ambulatory to move around freely between buildings, and between levels within buildings• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals associated with office work• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus• The noise level in the work environment is usually lowKnowledge, Skills and Abilities• Good communication abilities, both verbal and written, are essential.• Analytical skills and flexibility in dealing with a changing environment is required.• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.• Able to get along well with others in a team environment.• Industry knowledge of trends and designs.Asa Carlton is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.