ABOUT THE ROLE

A Cochran Chief Estimator supervises, trains, and mentors the Estimator(s) as well as oversees the estimating process from beginning to end. The Chief Estimator will also direct, organize and manage departmental resources through the estimating process, keeping in mind department standards, procedures, deadlines and importance of accuracy and completeness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management, training and mentoring a team of Estimators (up to 8 individuals).
• Coordinates multiple projects within team availability.
• Maintains standard departmental operating procedures.
• Thorough vetting of all department estimates.
• Participates in estimate reviews.
• Review of project costs for trends and anomalies.
• Support the preconstruction process.
• Training and mentoring of estimators.
• Updating and maintaining budgetary pricing catalog.
• Conceptual budgeting and estimating, including managing historical estimate database and conceptual estimating program and preliminary design as required for budgeting and estimating.
• Manage Accubid Enterprise (Accubid Anywhere) database.
• Manage Accubid LiveCount (LiveCount Cloud) database.
• Project interviews / presentations.
• Develop and review estimate scope and narrative.
• Creation of excel pricing worksheets and bills of materials.
• RFQ Process for major material and equipment packages.
• Evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations for completeness and accuracy.
• Regular interface and liaison with all departments.
• Assist in annual strategic planning.
• Works with estimating team to establish annual goals and create tracking metrics to measure.
• Conduct periodic site visits to confirm estimating approach is consistent with construction means and methods.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

• Problem Solve Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Demonstrates attention to detail. Collects and researches data.
• Customer Service - Responds promptly and politely to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
• Teamwork Contributes to building a positive team environment as the leader of the estimating department.
• Communication Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. Write clearly and informatively. Fluently and clearly speaks and writes in English. Interfaces with vendors, project managers, and clients.
• Multi-Tasking Shift focus between tasks associated with multiple projects.
• Dependability Follows instructions and meets commitments.
• Technical Skills Pursues training and development opportunities.
• Leadership Inspires and motivates other to perform well. Set expectations and monitor delegated activities. Develops subordinates’ skills and encourages growth. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Inspires respect and trust.
• Business Acumen Understands business implications of decisions; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Quality Management Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.