Seeking an experienced estimator with at least 10 years of commercial construction experience, preferably in the DFW metroplex.
With over half of a century in the business, Hill & Wilkinson has steadily grown from a small family business, to a respected industry leader, providing a full range of contracting services in multiple markets. From a simple maintenance project, to design-build of a fast-track facility, we execute each project with persistent accountability. We listen to your goals so that we may develop strategies to successfully build your vision.

Members of Hill & Wilkinson Benefits Program, have access to the following benefits:

• Health
• Dental
• Basic life insurance
• Short‐term disability (Exempt Employees Only)
• Long‐term disability (Exempt Employees Only)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• College 529 plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacations

JOB SUMMARY:

The primary job responsibility of the Estimator is to act as lead estimator on any project in their assigned division, perform all tasks necessary to develop a complete & accurate estimate and present the estimate to the Client with oversight from the Director of Preconstruction Services or Senior Estimator. Hill & Wilkinson estimators are expected to develop the ability to provide schematic pricing for clients based on a project type and historical cost data.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Communicate with Project/Design Team requesting/confirming/coordinating level of completeness, milestone dates, early packages, etc.
• Thoroughly review all documents for completeness, coordination & incorporation of previously accepted alternates (plans, specifications, narratives, renderings, etc.).
• Perform detailed take-off and scope development for all trades required for the project. Review take-off/scope development prepared by assisting estimators.
• Organize take-off in the estimate template and maintain the integrity of the template (formulas, format, etc.).
• Prepare & maintain a list of subcontractors to be invited to bid project. Distribute proposed list to Director or Preconstruction Services, Division Manager & Project Manager (if identified) for approval and/or revisions.
• Prepare & organize all documents required for estimating/bidding and upload to Building Connected.
• Maintain job folder and preconstruction document organization.
• Monitor subcontractors during bid time to ensure sub coverage on bid day.
• Communicate with Clients, Design Consultants, subcontractors & H&W staff throughout preconstruction phase (ie. precon RFIs, pre-bid meetings, minority requirements, scope coordination, estimate breakdown, alternates, etc.).
• Lead/attend Pre-Bid Conferences and site visits.
• Lead Estimate Kick-off Meeting.
• Prepare, manage & track project preconstruction phase schedule and action items.
• Receive and fully evaluate subcontractor bids for assigned trades. Coordinate between trades so that there are no overlaps or gaps in scope of work.
• Communicate with Director of Preconstruction Services, Division Manager, Project Manager and/or Superintendent to determine required project logistics (Site Planning & Logistics scope, staging, schedule, sequencing, …).
• Determine all required costs from Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) (permits, taxes,…).

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• College degree preferred in a related field (construction/engineering) OR experience in construction related field.
• Honest, dependable, responsible & attentive.
• Aligned with H&W Values and Ways.
• Willing to work with a team.
• Able to read Civil, Architectural, Structural, and MEP drawings and specifications.
• Proficient with technology and software used by H&W Preconstruction team (Excel, OST, Blue Beam,…).
• Detail oriented and organized.
• Manage time without supervision
• Effectively & clearly communicate - both oral & written.
• Understanding of the scope of work typically provided by each trade.
• Understanding of all general & H&W preconstruction procedures.

Please refer the Job description for details