Senior Estimator - Erland Construction

Job Description

The Senior Estimator will manage the estimating process for large, complex construction projects, lead teams, and develop detailed cost estimates from conceptual to final design. This role involves providing strategic insights to ensure project success and profitability. The ideal candidate will have extensive estimating experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, across Erland’s Multifamily, Commercial, Academic, and Life Science sectors.

Specific Duties:                                    

• Strong presentation skills with the ability to effectively communicate and explain all aspects of a project in detail to senior management and clients

   

• Ability to lead estimating teams including estimators, junior estimators, and co-ops 

   

• Experience preparing detailed conceptual estimates at the early stages of projects and reconciling these estimates as the design evolves 

• Prepare quantity takeoffs to establish baseline pricing and scopes of work across all divisions

• Utilize historical data, construction knowledge, and industry benchmarks to develop estimates

• Manage and track subcontractor participation on projects

• Collaborate with preconstruction managers to develop logistic plans and schedules that align with estimated costs

• Ability to identify potential cost-saving opportunities and strategies through value management

• Contribute to business development initiatives, including interviews and client presentations

• Provide transition services from preconstruction to operations at turnover meetings

   

• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders

• Research and stay current with industry trends, construction methods, and pricing

Company Description

Erland was founded in 1977 as the open shop arm of a major construction firm to serve the needs of an office development client in Burlington, Massachusetts. Our expertise in conceptual estimating goes back to our roots as a design/build contractor, and we have continued to hone those skills. As a Construction Manager, our clients have come to rely on the accuracy of our budgets and our ability to envision full project scope.

As an open shop construction company, Erland’s business is generated almost exclusively in the private sector and encompasses new construction, renovation, restoration, and tenant fit-up. Our major markets include Academic, Commercial, Technology, Life Science, Multifamily, and Senior Living. We maintain our nimble ability to convene project teams that meet the best interests of our clients and their projects by encouraging fluid interaction of personnel.

Mission

Erland is committed to developing and empowering our people to deliver outstanding construction management services through a collaborative and rewarding experience that results in successful projects, long-term relationships, and real value.

Vision

To be the construction firm of choice, leveraging experience, knowledge, and innovation to anticipate and fulfill the evolving needs of our clients, people, and industry.

Core Values

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all who are present in our places of work
• Maximize value for our clients by achieving their goals and exceeding expectations
• Act fairly, respectfully, and ethically at all times
• Provide developmental opportunities and support for our people to reach their full potential
• Foster a family culture and collaborative environment where all are supported and success is obtainable
• Conduct true free-enterprise business, unrestricted by any collective bargaining agreements
• Give back to our industry and the communities in which we operate

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Reimbursement Program
• 401(K)
• Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Holidays
• Personal Days
• Sick Time
• Vacation
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Family and Medical Leave
• Fitness club subsidy
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan