We are seeking a talented Senior Cost Estimator to join our Seattle office in our Client Programs Market. We offer competitive compensation and a range of benefits, including healthcare, paid time off, and a commitment to values such as Sustainability and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion. Join our growing firm today and become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence.

Role Introduction

As a Senior Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating and communicating with clients on multiple projects within our Client Programs (CP) Market. This role provides a unique opportunity to work on global and national building programs, emphasizing project and client leadership through all phases of design and delivery. Your responsibilities will include preparing conceptual, schematic, and design development estimates, performing quantity surveys, bid reviews, and construction trend research. To succeed in this role, you must possess commercial construction estimating experience and exceptional communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the primary point of contact for the client when needed.

Collaborate and coordinate multiple projects with the client, architect PM, engineers, and contractors.

Perform detailed takeoffs of materials and trades for all CSI divisions as required for estimates and to support senior staff.

Prepare labor, material, and equipment pricing research and apply it to estimates.

Provide conceptual, preliminary, schematic, and design development estimates for new construction, remodels, and small infrastructure projects. Ensure detailed breakdowns for all major CSI divisions.

Prepare detailed narratives for estimates to convey the scope of work to the client.

Stay updated on industry trends related to estimating methods, technology, construction methods, materials, wages, and cost escalation.

Assist team members with questions related to ways, means, methods, or costs.

Assess the comprehensive scope of work for each project.

Evaluate and manage site investigations for each project.

Supervise estimators to "package" final estimates.

Provide quality assurance of estimates before delivery to clients.

Offer impromptu spreadsheets and cost comparisons upon client request.

Update the historical database of Cost Management.

Perform bid reviews and change order reviews.

Meet with project managers, consultants, and clients to gather necessary information for estimates, bids, and budgets, including drawings, specifications, reports, and clarification of scope.

Clarify any discrepancies and obtain missing information from architects, engineers, and clients.

Provide value engineering suggestions to the team during the estimation process.

Visit building sites for clients as required.

Attend client team management and project kickoff meetings as required.

Attend all Cost Management team meetings or functions as needed.

Produce accurate and consistent work, adhering to assigned schedules.

Monitor time spent on all projects to ensure profitability and efficiency.

Meet with clients to review estimates, proposals, and make recommendations for value engineering solutions.

Demonstrate professional development and growth, and effectively train junior staff.

Qualifications

Minimum of 10 years of commercial construction estimating experience.

Proficiency in onscreen takeoffs with Bluebeam or equivalent software.

Bachelors degree in Construction Management or a related field.

Demonstrates MG2 Practice Values of Integrated Approach, Design Excellence, Social Responsibility, Leadership, and Results.

Benefits & Salary

We offer competitive benefits, including employer-provided employee healthcare plans, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, and more. Eligible employees can also participate in our 401K program.

Salary Range

The national salary range for this position is $98,200 - $143,000. Compensation is dependent on applicable years of experience and skillset.

About Us

We have been delivering award-winning projects for over 50 years and are recognized as one of the "Best 100 Companies to Work For" by Business Magazine. We partner with some of the worlds most recognizable companies and brands to bring exceptional design solutions to life. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion enriches our work and our culture, making us stronger and more inclusive in designing and building equitable experiences and spaces for everyone.

We look forward to welcoming a new member to our team who shares our passion for excellence and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Employment Type: Full-Time