at North Wind Group in Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States
Job Description
This position is eligible for a Department of Defense SkillBridge Program Internship for active duty servicemembers transitioning out of the U.S. Military.
Location: Idaho Falls, ID/Anchorage, AK
Title: Senior Estimator
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: Yes (0-25%)
Clearance: Ability to Obtain
For over 25 years, North Wind Group (North Wind) and its subsidiary companies have been influencing the future of, and aiming to be the nationwide small business leader in, the engineering, environmental, construction, IT/cyber, facility operations, and professional service industries. North Wind allows its employees to develop creative and practical solutions to complex problems, while accomplishing its mission of delivering quality results safely, on time, and on budget, for every project. Our mission is accomplished through forward-thinking, advanced technology services, and our cultivation of a diverse and inclusive workplace.
North Wind recognizes our biggest asset is our employees. Our success is a direct result of the hard work, skills, expertise, and unique perspectives and talents that each of our employees bring to North Wind. We are looking for exceptionally talented, motivated, and dynamic individuals to join the North Wind team - not only to support our mission but be an integral part of our continued success.
POSITION PURPOSE:
Work with Regional & Company Estimating Manager to complete estimate development. Conduct RFP reviews, scope development, subcontractor solicitation, quote comparisons, estimate development & closeout.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform takeoffs on a wide variety of features of work.
Develop complete project estimates develop project specific resource libraries to be incorporated into the estimate.
Work with Capture Managers and Subject Matter Experts to develop project staffing plans and indirect estimates.
Work with Capture Managers and Subject Matter Experts to ensure bid strategy is in accordance with company mission and capabilities.
Work with Capture Manager and Subject Matter Experts to develop Basis of Estimates (BOE) for a wide variety of work types.
Manage a small estimate team consisting of Estimator I's and Estimator II's
Develop & maintain the document control process and be responsible for cataloging all bid documents, correspondence, assumptions and quotes.
Work with Project Teams to ensure bidding strategy is practical, and also participate in project completion debriefs to incorporate best practices into future bidding strategies.
Work with contracts department to maintain subcontractor database.
Work with contracts to develop subcontractor solicitation process and lead that activity throughout the bidding process.
Develop complete and comprehensive quote comparisons.
Solicit and catalog material and equipment pricing.
Participate in business development & networking activities.
Track market conditions and incorporate that knowledge into the bidding and review process.
Manage bidding scheduled to ensure milestones and deadlines are tracked and achieved.
Lead bid reviews with company management.
Correspond with and manage Design Teams during design-build pursuits.
Develop meeting agenda's and lead a variety of meetings pertaining to the estimating process.
Travel to and attend meetings and site visits throughout the North Wind operational area.
Work with schedulers to ensure accuracy of pre-bid schedules.
Develop risk identification matrix's to identify mitigation measures and contingency development, both for Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build Pursuits.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
5+ Years of Lead Estimator Experience is required for the Sr. Level Position.
Experience with the design-build project delivery format is required.
Experience with preparing estimates base on concept level bidding documents
Experience with developing comprehensive scopes of work base on concept level bidding documents.
Experience in working with subcontractors to ensure that undefined costs are accurately captured.
Some experience with estimate team management is required.
Experience in working with Architects and Engineers during estimate development is required.
Experience with Basis of Estimate (BOE) development and Level of Effort (LOE) estimating is preferred. Experience with both General Construction and Environmental Remediation work is... For full info follow application link.
North Wind Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion,national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
