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Aspenational lists this Chief Estimator opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Chief Estimator
Job Description:
The Chief Estimator will plan and implement delivery of new business initiatives and preconstruction services relative to a particular client, group of clients, geographical area, or type of project. They will plan and monitor overall strategic direction for projects as well as target, develop and maintain customer and design team relationships.
Business Development:
Develop conceptual estimates, submit proposals. Manage the financial aspects of proposals and contracts to protect the companys interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with client.
Monitor construction activities and meet with clients to ensure project objectives are being met. Provide feedback to Company construction team and assist in developing corrective action plans to mitigate issues.
Develop plan(s) and actively manage customer accounts. Proactively track/manage project sales opportunities. Develop and implement project specific sales strategies to maximize Harris probability of success.
Pre-Construction:
Deliver preconstruction services in a professional manner with a keen sense of urgency to customer requests. Develop a trusted advisor relationship with Owner, GC and Design Team
Actively track/manage project scope and budget trend
Identify estimate peaks and gaps Shore up overall project estimate. Build budget contingency through pricing efforts in the VA/SR process
Manage transition between estimating and project management. Establish accurate baseline budget for job set-up
Develop/Implement preconstruction strategies that differentiate Harris Companies and lead to increase growth/gross margin opportunities. Work to expand pre-con process and best-practices across company offices
Organizational Support:
Foster the desired Harris culture
Emphasize a strong safety culture at all times.
Represent Company in marketing/networking events, project meetings, planning sessions, design meetings, etc.
Assist/Lead Company sponsored marketing events
What were looking for in you
Associates degree in relevant field
Bachelors degree in engineering preferred. Or equivalent years of experience
4+ years of industry knowledge of mechanical and plumbing
4+ years of customer service experience
Proficient understanding of engineering and technology including principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment.
Knowledge of corporate objectives impacting estimating, estimating strategies and techniques, and construction contracts
Advanced understanding/knowledge of Mechanical estimating software including the ability to maintain and troubleshoot
Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems
Understanding of cost components of an estimate
Knowledge of local and plumbing mechanical codes
Advanced understanding of Construction Project Management
Basic understanding of SMACNA and MCAA guidelines
Conceptual estimating skills
Advanced knowledge of plumbing, piping, or sheet metal systems
Your life at Harris
As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!
From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.
Harris Benefits + Compensation
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401K with company match
Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
Paid Parental leave
Short-Term Incentive Plan
Visit our Careers Page for additional benefit details:
Pay Range:
$94,401.55 - $141,602.32
The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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