Senior Estimator

Job description / Role

Senior Estimator required for Market leading British Contractor based in Abu Dhabi.

You will participate in all aspects of the bid/estimating process; review of plans and specs, soliciting and negotiating prices from subcontractors/suppliers, interaction with owners/architects/engineers.

- Performs quantity take-offs.
- Assists in the pricing and bidding of construction projects.
- Communicates with architects and consultants to clarify scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements, and documents these clarifications.
- Conducts reviews of milestone documents for the development and pricing of value alternative opportunities.
- Actively participates in the internal estimate review process.
- Assists with final assembly of estimate for presentation to owner.
- After the bid, collects and organizes all bid information for future reference.
- Aids field operations with change order pricing if needed.
- Directs, coordinates and provides information and documents to subcontractors.
- Prepares contractual exhibits for scope of work for subcontracts.
- Participates in hard bid/estimating and GMP budgeting activities by soliciting subcontractor support and evaluating bids.
- Builds relationships with subcontractors to obtain a competitive advantage for McCarthy.
- Attends industry events and represents McCarthy to the industry in a professional capacity.
- Builds and maintains relationships with internal McCarthy clients.
- Keeps current with latest estimating technology and techniques.
- Implement all applicable Safety Programs and EEO/Affirmative Action Programs.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering or 2-5 years of equivalent experience required.
- General knowledge of construction principles and processes.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
- General knowledge of negotiated bids, hard bids, and GMP processes.
- Working knowledge of estimating technology and tools such as OST, MC2, QTO and BIM related software.
- Strong math and analytical skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrates behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values.
- Maintains a “value added” approach to estimating

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

About the Company

Our company is based on the belief that our customers needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from repeat customers and referrals.

We specialise in few industries to allow us to provide the best services to both our clients and our candidates. We would welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service in the industry.

Every business is different, and so are the staff you employ, but we believe that with our simple pricing system, you can find your perfect candidate.