Senior Estimator, ConstructionDepartment:Construction ServicesLocation:Dallas, TXSevan Multi-Site Solutionsis a veteran-owned business that provides fully customized, turnkey, program management and construction services at scale. We offer program management, site assessments, design, and engineering services for restaurant, grocery, gas station, retail, and government projects nationwide. We work with leading brands like McDonald-s, Starbucks, Sprouts, Whataburger, to name a few. At Sevan, we provide the talent, technology, and trusted expertise needed to consistently deliver excellence in multi-site construction.Sevan is an INC. 5000 Fastest-Growing Company | Great Places to Work 2023 | Best Places to work in Chicago -20, -21, -22, -23, | Best Places to Work in Construction 2023We are looking for aSenior Estimatorto join our Construction Services team. This role is responsible for working with clients, architects/engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to plan cost factors for construction projects and program roll outs for Sevan's clients. Our Senior Estimator will be responsible for analyzing construction documents, proposals, and other documentation to prepare efficient time, cost, and labor estimates. The Senior Estimator will also provide leadership, training, and mentorship to their teammates. This is a hybrid role (office + home remote) in our Dallas, TX office for candidates local to the Dallas or Plano, TX area.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Review and interpret project documents to prepare clear, complete, subcontractor scope of works and bid packagesCreate project Invitation to Bid for subcontractors on Building Connected or other bidding platformsReview project documents to create RFI-s (Request for Information) for submission to ArchitectReview project documents to determine risks to Sevan and assist Bid Leader in the creation of the Risk RegisterInterface with other individuals in the organization to obtain support and commitment of the cost estimates.Visit project sites and provide Sevan with a detailed site assessment using Sevan-s Capture softwareResponsible for providing quantity take-offs of building elements to determine material and labor costs utilizing on-screen computer take-off software.Manage team in identifying qualified subcontractors and establish and maintain bid solicitation listsReview subcontractor RFI-s to determine if they need to be included in the RFI to Architect list or if they can be answered internallyInvestigate local market conditions and their effect on costs and scheduleProvide review of subcontractor quotes to assure they meet the intent of the specific scope of work and are in line with Sevan-s contractual requirementsCreate and estimate sheet breaking down elements of the bid using either MasterFormat or Uniformat divisionsWrite clear and concise qualifications and exclusions to proposalsSupport the Estimating Manager by Implementing tasks and process improvement objectivesIdentify cost trends to assist management in reducing costs and improving processesAny additional duties, as assignedSkills & Abilities:Experience estimating in the construction industry, ideally for small site restaurant, retail, and residential projectsAdaptable to taking direction from multiple teams, operations departments, and team membersHave the ability to estimate multiple projects at the same timeAbility to provide quantity take-offs of building elements to determine material and labor costs utilizing computer softwareProven success as an adaptable, independent worker in a fast pace environmentQualifications:Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent; or10+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceDemonstrated mastery in the skills of Preconstruction, Estimating, and Project ManagementExperience in Government projects a plusKnowledge of Smartsheet, and Takeoff software (OST or similar), Bluebeam, Excel, etc.Familiarity with computerized pricing systemsCulture, Leadership and Employee DevelopmentExemplifies and promotes our values of integrity, respect, teamwork, excellence, and charityEmbrace key Sevan-wide initiatives, like Safety and SustainabilityCommunicates our vision and purpose through Service, Talent, and ChoicesServes as a role model and promotes professional behaviorParticipates in personal career development through on-the-job training, attends training programs and assists in the development of interns / co-opsSevan Multi-Site Solutions, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.