Chief Estimator
Posted:
Thursday, 24 July 2025
Valid Thru:
Saturday, 23 August 2025
Index Requested on:
07/24/2025 07:55:11
Indexed on:
07/24/2025 07:55:11
Location:
Atlanta, GA, 30301, US
Industry:
Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category:
13-0000.00 - Business and Financial Operations
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME
Swinerton Builders is hiring!
Description:
Job Description Summary:
Overall Planning and Management of Estimating Department and Estimating Activities for Specific Construction Projects, Including Preparation, Interpretation and Presentation of Estimates
Job Description:
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Able to perform all essential Senior Estimator responsibilities
• Supervise and train estimating staff
• Review project plans, requirements and specifications
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing
• Coordinate subcontract solicitations and jobwalks
• Determine labor and construction equipment costs
• Prepare conceptual estimates
• Meet and maintain bidding and work schedules
• Submit requisitions for purchase of materials
• Compare competitive trade bids
• Review preliminary quotes and pre-bid estimates with Project Manager
• Secure all bid documents (bid forms and quote letters)
• Prepare subcontractor bid list and submit drawings to subcontractors
• Participate in bid compilation on bid day
• Assist jobsite staff with estimates after bid award
• Perform post-bid buyouts (if applicable)
• Maintain good relationship with suppliers and subcontractors
• Supervise and train estimating staff (if applicable)
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned
MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 8 years estimating experience
• Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings
• Ability to make accurate judgments and calculations
• Working knowledge of construction costs and principles
• Estimating experience (quantity takeoffs, purchasing accounting; engineering design knowledge and project management experience desirable)
• Drafting and computer skills
• Leadership and supervisory skills
SUMMARY OF BENEFITS:
This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD& D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.
Responsibilities:
Please review the job description.
Educational requirements:
Desired Skills:
Please see the job description for required or recommended skills.
Benefits:
Please see the job description for benefits.
Apply Now