Gilbane is seeking a Senior Estimator to join our team. This person will support Estimating efforts initially for a significant (appx $4B), five year healthcare construction management project with more work to follow. Note that this initial project is located in Rochester, MN and is scheduled to go to 2030 with more work to follow in Minnesota. We are offering competitive relocation packages.
Who are we?
As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more!
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Who are you?
You are someone who acts inclusively, showing empathy and treating others with respect and dignity in order to uphold Gilbane’s core value of Caring and “People First” workplace culture. You seek to listen in order to understand and can convey information clearly. You’re a strong problem solver who can identify, prioritize, and implement alternatives for solutions, and you demonstrate adaptability by collaborating with others and supporting team members to achieve excellence. A self-starter who shows passion, commitment, and ownership all while delivering on business outcomes and driving results. You’re someone who identifies opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value-add solutions.
Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.
Responsibilities Review and understand all project plans, requirements and specificationsCoordinate and supervise a team of estimators to develop large, multi-disciplinary estimates.Determine labor and equipment costsReview and understand all bid documents and assess project risksUnderstand project logistics and project schedulePrepare bid packages and compare and analyze competitive subcontract and supplier bidsReview quotes and estimates with Project Team and prepare recommendationsInterface with clients, ensuring customer satisfactionAccurately develop cost modelsTrack and report on current material and labor prices, including escalationDevelop meaningful VE contributions to reduce priceReconcile quantity surveys with consultants and design teamIdentify escalation factors in marketplace for specific materials and labor ratesResponsible for sound conceptual pricing assumptions with sound documentation for the basis of the estimateAbility to substantiate all aspects of final estimates QualificationsKEY COMPETENCIES
Communicate Effectively - Listen to understand and clearly convey information in all forms based on the audience to ensure shared meaning of the messageAct Inclusively - Ensure that actions and behaviors are respectful; show empathy and treat others with dignity. Leverage capabilities and insights of individuals with diverse perspectives, abilities and motivation.Solve Problems - Identify, prioritize and implement alternatives for a solution.Demonstrate Agility/ Adaptability - Maintain effectiveness and adjust to change by exploring the rationale, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful. Create an atmosphere of open-mindedness to change.Drive for Results - Show passion and commitment while delivering on business outcomes. Create a sense of individual ownership and accountability.Champion Innovation - Identify opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value added, unique and differentiated solutions.EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
Bachelor in Engineering5-10 years relevant experienceOr equivalent combination of education and experienceKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Able to estimate all types of building projects, including residential high rise, healthcare, interiors and institutionalKnowledge of suitable electrical contractors and suppliers for all types of projectsFamiliar with both union and merit shop electrical contractors preferredKnowledge of typical electrical pricing for project types above; for both union and merit shop projects preferredAble to take concept and schematic drawings and develop a meaningful estimate with detailFamiliar with the use of On-Screen Take-off software program preferred
Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.
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