Senior Estimator - San Antonio TX

Bartlett Cocke General Contractors is currently seeking a Senior Estimator to join our team in San Antonio TX! The Senior Estimator will be responsible for developing accurate and timely proposals and estimates for various construction projects across our company footprint.

• Estimating and Cost Analysis:

• Develop full estimates based on sometimes limited information at all phases of the project design progression. (Program, Concept, Schematic, Design Development, Construction Documents). Must be capable of anticipating and estimating elements not yet shown in design but required to complete the project.

• Review and understand narratives, plans and specifications to ensure alignment between pricing and the scope of work.

• Participate in the development and review of design alternatives, cost options, and value engineering.

• Develop and manage the pricing bid strategy, break outs, and work packages.

• Explain pricing and costs to clients and engineers.

• Assist project team(s) in evaluating submitted proposals and assist with development of scopes of work to be outlined in subcontracts.

• Coordinate with marketing personnel regarding technical aspects of proposals.

• Design Review:

• Conduct review of drawings and specifications to ensure adequacy of information for respective level of documents.

• Working knowledge of, and ability to research and interpret relevant building codes.

• Participate in project meetings as needed, come prepared, and participate constructively.

• Provide input on constructability, logistics, & sequencing as well as design considerations and pricing.

• Scheduling:

• Provide input for schedule related to task durations.

• Identify and communicate lead times for incorporation into schedule.

Minimum Requirements:

• 10 (ten) years of commercial construction experience, with at least 5 (five) years of estimating experience.

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.

• Experience using the following or similar software: OnCenter, Sage Timberline, Bluebeam Revu/Studio, Building Connected, and other industry related software.

• Candidate must have good written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative approach working with both clients, design team members and subcontractors.

• Candidate must have strong fundamental mathematical and visualization skills.

• Must be competent in use of Microsoft software, including collecting and analyzing data in Excel, and creating documents and preparing correspondence in Outlook & Word.

• Must possess the ability to write reports, develop forms, speak effectively to small groups and communicate effectively with all levels and functions of the organization.

Preferred Requirements:

• Knowledge of subcontractor market.

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Science, Engineering, Architecture, or any applicable degree program.

• Experience working in the field on Construction projects (project management or field supervision experience).

• Experience using BIM software (Revit, Navisworks, Assemble, etc.