Senior Estimator - Federal Projects
JORDAN FOSTER CONSTRUCTION · San Antonio Commercial - Fair Oaks Ranch, TX 78015
This position is responsible for analyzing project specifications, conducting cost estimates, and preparing competitive bids for infrastructure construction projects. The incumbent should have a strong background in estimating commercial engineering and federal projects, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with project teams and stakeholders.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Review project plans, specifications, and drawings to understand the scope of work, materials, labor requirements, and project constraints.
- Conduct quantity take-offs, material pricing, and labor cost estimation for various aspects of commercial construction projects, including earthwork, utilities, paving, structures, and landscaping.
- Analyze subcontractor bids, quotes, and proposals to determine subcontracting requirements and costs.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, architects, and subcontractors to gather information, clarify project details, and validate cost assumptions.
- Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates, including direct costs, indirect costs, overhead, contingency allowances, and profit margins.
- Utilize estimating software, spreadsheets, databases, and historical cost data to develop cost models, pricing strategies, and bid proposals.
- Evaluate alternative materials, construction methods, and value engineering opportunities to optimize project costs without compromising quality or functionality.
- Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and discussions with clients, consultants, and regulatory agencies to assess project requirements and risks.
- Review and negotiate subcontractor agreements, purchase orders, and vendor contracts to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.
- Provide support during bid presentations, negotiations, and contract award processes to win new projects and achieve business objectives.
- Ensure company compliance with bidding regulations and goals of each project (advertising, etc.)
- Develop, prepare, coordinate, and execute presentations and proposals to existing or new clients.
- Work on multiple company bids simultaneously and deliver on time.
- Operate and maintain proficiency in all internal/external estimating systems, technologies, and software.
- Minimizes exposure and risk by implementing quality assurance controls in estimating. Promptly reports changes and issues in scope and revenue to senior management.
- Identify and execute strategic opportunities within the proposal to optimize Jordan Foster Construction’s position in securing the work.
- Work with the operations team throughout the preconstruction process to review plans and specifications for constructability issues and determine general project requirements.
- Relate and transfer all relevant project information to the project team.
- Review subcontractor and supplier bids for compliance with contract requirements and determine which bids are acceptable.
- Coordinate the opportunity management system with the Estimators and the Operations Manager
- Regular attendance is required under company policy to ensure the crew can operate at normal efficiency.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.