STO Building Group
Senior Estimator
Pavarini Northeast, part of the STO Building Group, is looking to identify a Senior Estimator to support our Stamford operations. The Estimator will develop, create and prepare construction cost estimates for a diverse set of projects in the early stages of development and continue to support the project team with updated cost information throughout the Pre-construction phase of the projects. The position will require involvement in several projects simultaneously.
Responsibilities
Review plans and architectural drawings.
Prepare quantity take-offs on assigned projects.
Ensure a complete review of plans and drawings.
Identify items that have been omitted and ensure appropriate accounting in overall estimate package.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships. Solicit subcontractor bids for assigned projects totaling $100 - $150 million per year.
Obtain 3-5 bids for each trade and supplier group.
Review and analyze bids for conformance to project specifications, price, material quality, insurance, wages, and related items.
Discuss and resolve any questions with subcontractor.
Follow approved estimating practices.
Ensure most complete estimates and that financial objectives are met.
Maintain current information on trends in and changes to existing construction codes.
Utilize appropriate software programs to calculate, record and track estimates.
Attend client meetings, answer questions and resolve issues regarding pricing and estimates. Ensure client satisfaction.
Perform change order pricing, site visits, bid delivery and collaborate with teams on specific bids.
Determine material and labor requirements and prepare itemized lists. Compute cost factors and prepare estimates used for planning, organizing, and scheduling work; preparing bids; selecting vendors or subcontractors; and determining cost effectiveness.
Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions. Consult with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues. Obtain support and commitment to the cost estimatesli>
Organize and manage a centralized cost estimating database and a formal process to support cost estimating.
Analyze completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine the reason for any discrepancies. Provide improvement recommendations to cost estimating procedures to reduce future discrepancies between estimated and actual costs. Identify cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvement efforts.
Qualifications> BS or BA required. Preferred areas of study include construction, management, engineering or architecture.
15+ years of experience in Estimating, Construction Engineer/Project Engineer, or related duties in general contractor estimating and purchasing.
Requires excellent computer skills (MS Office/Excel) and well-developed budgeting, purchasing and organizational skills.
Earns and maintains trust by demonstrating honesty, accountability and reliability.
Salary Range
$120,000 - $190,000
In addition to base pay, eligible for discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance.
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Life & AD&D Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance
Short-term Disability Insurance Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Home & Auto Insurance
Family Support
Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation
Paid time off: 2 Weeks for Non-Exempt and Three Weeks for Exempt
Time Away Benefits
8 Paid Holidays
Group Legal
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Identity Theft Protection
Group Legal
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
EEO Statement The STO Building Group family of companies—Structure Tone, Structure Tone Southwest, Pavarini Construction Co., Pavarini McGovern, LF Driscoll, Govan Brown, Ajax Building Company, BCCI Construction, Layton Construction, Abbott Construction, and RC Andersen—includes over 4,000 employees located in offices throughout the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland. We provide a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit-outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization. Learn more about how we partner with our clients to imagine, execute, and realize our vision at stobuildinggroup.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
About Us Founded in 1896, Pavarini North East is proud of its 127-year history working across the Northeast region, and becoming an integral member of STOBG in 1996. Today, we remain at the forefront of the construction industry by adapting to the changing marketplace while remaining true to our fundamental commitment to quality construction and client satisfaction. Currently, more than 80% of our business stems from existing clients, which we support from our office in downtown Stamford.
We provide a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit-outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization.
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Responsibilities
Review plans and architectural drawings.
Prepare quantity take-offs on assigned projects.
Ensure a complete review of plans and drawings.
Identify items that have been omitted and ensure appropriate accounting in overall estimate package.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships. Solicit subcontractor bids for assigned projects totaling $100 - $150 million per year.
Obtain 3-5 bids for each trade and supplier group.
Review and analyze bids for conformance to project specifications, price, material quality, insurance, wages, and related items.
Discuss and resolve any questions with subcontractor.
Follow approved estimating practices.
Ensure most complete estimates and that financial objectives are met.
Maintain current information on trends in and changes to existing construction codes.
Utilize appropriate software programs to calculate, record and track estimates.
Attend client meetings, answer questions and resolve issues regarding pricing and estimates. Ensure client satisfaction.
Perform change order pricing, site visits, bid delivery and collaborate with teams on specific bids.
Determine material and labor requirements and prepare itemized lists. Compute cost factors and prepare estimates used for planning, organizing, and scheduling work; preparing bids; selecting vendors or subcontractors; and determining cost effectiveness.
Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions. Consult with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues. Obtain support and commitment to the cost estimatesli>
Organize and manage a centralized cost estimating database and a formal process to support cost estimating.
Analyze completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine the reason for any discrepancies. Provide improvement recommendations to cost estimating procedures to reduce future discrepancies between estimated and actual costs. Identify cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvement efforts.
Qualifications> BS or BA required. Preferred areas of study include construction, management, engineering or architecture.
15+ years of experience in Estimating, Construction Engineer/Project Engineer, or related duties in general contractor estimating and purchasing.
Requires excellent computer skills (MS Office/Excel) and well-developed budgeting, purchasing and organizational skills.
Earns and maintains trust by demonstrating honesty, accountability and reliability.
Salary Range
$120,000 - $190,000
In addition to base pay, eligible for discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance.
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Life & AD&D Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance
Short-term Disability Insurance Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Home & Auto Insurance
Family Support
Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation
Paid time off: 2 Weeks for Non-Exempt and Three Weeks for Exempt
Time Away Benefits
8 Paid Holidays
Group Legal
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Identity Theft Protection
Group Legal
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
EEO Statement The STO Building Group family of companies—Structure Tone, Structure Tone Southwest, Pavarini Construction Co., Pavarini McGovern, LF Driscoll, Govan Brown, Ajax Building Company, BCCI Construction, Layton Construction, Abbott Construction, and RC Andersen—includes over 4,000 employees located in offices throughout the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland. We provide a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit-outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization. Learn more about how we partner with our clients to imagine, execute, and realize our vision at stobuildinggroup.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
About Us Founded in 1896, Pavarini North East is proud of its 127-year history working across the Northeast region, and becoming an integral member of STOBG in 1996. Today, we remain at the forefront of the construction industry by adapting to the changing marketplace while remaining true to our fundamental commitment to quality construction and client satisfaction. Currently, more than 80% of our business stems from existing clients, which we support from our office in downtown Stamford.
We provide a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit-outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization.
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