Ground Up Construction Recruiting has partnered with Brown Church Development Group in Kearney, NE on their search for a Lead Estimator. Brown is a general contractor that specializes in building churches throughout the United States (so far, they've built in 23). This is the bulk of what they do (about 80% worth of revenue), and the other 20% comes from local commercial projects in Kearney.
We're looking for someone with commercial estimating experience (preferably on the GC side) that has the ability to lead estimating for projects up to $10M.
Roles/Responsibilities:
- Lead estimates at all phases as required by project and delivery method with relative accuracy: conceptual, schematic, design development, construction documents, and self-perform
- Coordinate the total estimating effort relevant to a particular project or proposals as assigned including quantity take-offs, preparation of estimates, and value engineering
- Review proposal specifications and drawings
- Attend pre-proposal meetings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimates
- Participate in bid strategy and presentation meetings
- Assist project team in evaluating submitted proposals during project buyout and contracting phase
- Prepare for, and participate in, project handoff from estimating to operations
- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and subcontractors
- Participate in design development and construction document QA/QC reviews
- Oversee database updates and assist with compiling and recording actual costs upon project completion
Feel like this is for you? Apply today and we'll reach out to chat further.