Job description

General Description
The Lead Estimator is responsible for the overall planning and coordinating efforts to produce comprehensive project cost estimates. The Lead Estimator will determine contractor and labor needs, calculate job profitability, prepare and submit bids, and maintain cost databases. This onsite position will be in Overland Park, KS or Houston, TX.
Duties

Create spreadsheets to track important customer information and estimates
Transfer data from hard copy to a digital database
Update customer information in a database
Organize existing data in a spreadsheet
Verify outdated data and make any necessary changes to records
Preparing reports for the management stating trends, patterns, and predictions using relevant data
Working with programmers, engineers, and management heads to identify process improvement opportunities, propose system modifications, and devise data strategies
Preparing final analysis reports for the stakeholders to understand the data-analysis steps, enabling them to take important decisions based on various facts and trends
Works with procurement, scheduling, and project development teams to coordinate local bidding efforts
Performs any other duties assigned
Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures
Perform special projects and completes other duties as assigned or requested

Required Experience and Education

High School diploma, or equivalent

Preferred Experience and Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Science/Management, Accounting, Engineering, or equivalent field; equivalent work experience, or combination of work and education, may be substituted
7+ years of project controls experience with multi-year design and construction projects

Skills

Self-starter with the ability to work well independently, as well as part of a team
Strong problem evaluation/solving skills
Understanding of the project design process for projects
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with other team members
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong communication skills (verbal and written)

Travel Requirements