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Performance Contracting, Inc. (PCI)

Senior Estimator

knoxville, TN

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Job description

Company Overview

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non-residential construction markets. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, as well as supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness that allows you to contribute to your fullest potential. We place high value on training and professional development, encouraging you to broaden and strengthen your unique skill sets so you can fully realize your potential.

Company Overview

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non-residential construction markets. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, as well as supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness that allows you to contribute to your fullest potential. We place high value on training and professional development, encouraging you to broaden and strengthen your unique skill sets so you can fully realize your potential.

Job Description

Performance Contracting is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator for its PCI Knoxville 144 operations based in Knoxville, TN.

Job Responsibilities Include

Prepare Requests for Proposal (RFP) for applicable scopes of work

Receive and evaluate subcontractor quotes for applicable scopes and their alignment with bid documents

Develop and maintain positive relationships with the local customer base to support PCI’s Customer Alignment objectives

Work directly with owners, construction managers, architects, engineers, and contractors

Attend pre-bid site walk-throughs

Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and estimates

Dissect projects into functional stages

Carefully review project schedules related to applicable scopes

Write detailed proposals, maintaining accuracy and ensuring completeness

Prepare bid analyses and conduct bid reviews

Prepare financial job cost analyses

Source subcontractors, materials, and equipment while evaluating competitive pricing

Provide training and leadership to other members of the Estimating team, as needed

Maintain accountability and ownership of business metrics and sales plans

Participate in bid strategy meetings for all major pursuits

Salary range: $94,000-$126,000 annual salary plus non-guaranteed annualized bonus program.

This position is safety-sensitive.

Basic Requirements

Must have at least 5-7 years’ experience estimating construction projects

Must have at least 10 years of total experience within the construction industry

Experience with estimating or managing specialty scopes of construction

Strong ability to read, understand, and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI’s scopes of work, specifications, materials, and methods

Has a record of establishing and maintaining strong customer relationships

Excellent communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills

Possess a high level of attention to detail and cost analysis skills

Ability to accurately read project schedules to determine sequencing and durations of scopes of work

Proficiency with computer takeoff and estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff and Quick Bid

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (e.g., Excel, Word), Bluebeam Revu, Procore, or PlanSwift

Ability to work effectively both in a collaborative team environment and independently

Has capacity and willingness to expand upon or acquire new knowledge about product lines/scopes

Possess critical-thinking and problem-solving skills

Preferred Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or related discipline

Experience with QuickBid, On Screen Takeoffs, BuzzBid

OSHA certification

Experience working with union representatives

Local to Knoxville, TN Metro area

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits

At Performance Contracting, our employees are our greatest asset. We put our people first and are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our employees at every stage of life.

In our commitment to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive personally and professionally, we offer:

Competitive pay

Incentive bonus plan

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement savings plan with match

Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option

Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays

PCG provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

PCG is a background screening, drug-free workplace. In accordance with the provisions of Tennessee Code Annotated (T.C.A.), Title 50, Chapter 9, PCG’s Drug-Free Workplace Program includes drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process and throughout employment, as applicable.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Worksite address

knoxville, TN, 37955, US

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