Chief Estimator

J.F. White Contracting Company is a multi-disciplined contractor, with strengths in heavy/civil, design/build, electrical, mechanical, marine construction and deep foundation systems. We bring engineered solutions to complex projects of all sizes, whether public or private. We bring superior management and skilled craftsmen to every job. Safety, quality and schedule are bedrock elements of the planning and execution of our work. We seek to provide a collaborative working environment in which all parties share equally in the success of the project. As Chief Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of our most high-profile bids, working on complex, large-scale infrastructure projects that shape communities across the Northeast. You’ll lead the estimating process for our diverse profile of projects, including major heavy civil endeavors like bridges, rail, water treatment/storage facilities, and more.

This is an opportunity to join an established, growing, and respected construction firm with a strong portfolio and a reputation for excellence.

• Reviews proposal specifications, drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Reviews and incorporates historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, and productivity analysis reports into unit and person-hour figures.
• Provides technical and industry knowledge towards risk, contract management, owner relationships and vendor or subcontractor partnerships.
• Organizes and supervises estimating teams to prepare bids, select vendors or subcontractors and determine cost effectiveness of project to bid.
• Delegates review of project and appropriate regulations required to construct the project to meet disadvantages business requirements and minority participation agreements.
• Prepares discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work. Calculates material quantity requirements from engineering drawing dimensions.
• Partners with estimating team to prepare and conduct project hand-off meetings between pursuit team and project management team.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required.
• 15+ year experience in construction industry, estimating or cost control preferred.
• Experience leading pursuit and estimating activities for large or complex projects.
• Construction, design, finance and management experience required.
• Expert knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid or B2W Estimating Software
• Specialized knowledge and experience in alternative construction delivery methods.
• Able to lead pursuit and estimating activities on a large or complex pursuit project.
• Expert knowledge of best practices to control and reduce pursuit costs, quantities and risk.
• Advanced knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software.
• Strong communication and technical writing skills.

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vison and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.