Job Title: Senior Commercial Estimator Department: Commercial Operations FLSA Status: Full-time Salaried Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Estimator is responsible for leading the development of accurate competitive and strategic cost estimates in support of Three Rivers Corporations commercial industrial and institutional construction projects. This role plays a critical part in supporting the companys commitment to quality safety fiscal responsibility and client satisfaction by ensuring estimates reflect project scope risk and execution strategies. The Senior Estimator partners closely with operations project management and leadership to support profitable growth and successful project delivery.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates for complex and high-value construction projects from conceptual design through final bid. • Review and approve estimates prepared by Estimators and Junior Estimators for accuracy completeness and compliance with company standards. • Serve as the estimating lead during preconstruction meetings scope reviews and bid strategy sessions. • Analyze drawings specifications schedules and contract documents to identify risks opportunities and cost drivers. • Develop project budgets value engineering alternatives and pricing strategies aligned with Three Rivers Corporation objectives. • Solicit evaluate and level subcontractor and supplier bids to ensure scope coverage and competitiveness. • Collaborate with project management teams to ensure a seamless transition from estimate to project execution. • Establish and maintain strong working relationships with subcontractors suppliers architects engineers and clients. • Mentor and provide technical guidance to estimating staff. • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance estimating accuracy and efficiency. • Support leadership in gono-go decisions forecasting and market analysis. • Maintain confidentiality of proprietary financial and strategic information.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
May provide functional leadership and mentorship to Estimators and Junior Estimators.
QUALIFICATIONS
Advanced understanding of construction practices means and methods and cost controls. Strong knowledge of multiple construction trades and how they integrate within project scopes. Demonstrated ability to lead complex estimates including hard bids and negotiated work. Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. High ethical standards and professional integrity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelors degree in Construction Management Engineering or related field preferred. Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive construction estimating experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Strong mathematical and analytical abilities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Office and field environment. Occasional travel to job sites and meetings. Ability to sit stand and review plans for extended periods.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Three Rivers Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion sex including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law. Three Rivers Corporation is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and to fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment.