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Our client is looking for a Chief Estimator to join their team in Rochester, NY.

Lead and manage the Estimating and Preconstruction Department.
Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of self-perform estimators.
Establish estimating standards, procedures, and best practices.
Oversee the preparation of detailed conceptual, schematic, design development, and final construction estimates.
Collaborate with executive leadership to develop bidding strategies.
Solicit, evaluate, and analyze subcontractor and vendor proposals.
Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners.
Lead scope leveling efforts.
Negotiate subcontractor and vendor pricing.
Work closely with project managers, superintendents, architects, engineers, and design professionals.
Participate in design review meetings and provide cost guidance.
Support value engineering initiatives.
Provide a comprehensive and organized handoff of awarded project estimates, assumptions, and scope documentation.
Lead the preparation of bid proposals and project budgets.
Review estimates and proposals with executive leadership prior to submission.
Ensure all proposals are complete, accurate, competitive, and submitted on schedule.

10+ years of progressively responsible commercial construction estimating experience.
Previous leadership experience managing estimating teams.
Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, labor productivity, and self-perform operations.
Demonstrated experience in subcontractor procurement, scope analysis, and contract negotiations.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Proficiency with Sage estimating software, Microsoft Office Suite, and construction management technology.
Exceptional analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Experience leading estimating efforts for commercial, industrial, institutional, or multi residential projects.
Strong network of subcontractors and suppliers.
Knowledge of value engineering, conceptual estimating, budgeting, and cost modeling.
Experience collaborating with owners, architects, and design teams during preconstruction.

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Yeti to Work is a recruiting company established in 2017 with the goal to work with businesses to help drive the success of their company by providing them with hardworking candidates who are motivated and driven.
Our team provides quality recruiting services along with employee screening to help find the best candidates for the job.

Chief Estimator at Yeti to Work

Chief Estimator