SPO Senior Estimator - Concrete (Denver)

If you
picture yourself doing great things that make a difference in the lives of
others, Turner is the place to be. Turner Construction is an industry leading
commercial construction general contractor with a 120-year history spanning
iconic projects around the globe, including 10 of the world's 100 tallest
buildings.

For
the past 50 years, Turner's Denver office has
helped shape our local skyline with projects such as Meow Wolf, Sports
Authority Field at Mile High, and Rocky Mountain Regional Veterans Affairs
Medical Center. Denver's current working portfolio includes everything from
data centers and elaborate healthcare renovations to commercial
spaces.

Turner
is committed to sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment
where everyone feels connected, sees themselves represented at all levels of
the company, and feels supported to reach their ultimate potential. Turner
builds some of the most ambitious projects in the world. The technical
expertise of our people makes us a recognized leader in many markets. Our
projects are well known. Our people set us apart. We inspire greatness. Can
you picture yourself at Turner? If so, apply and let's do great things
together!

This is not a
remote/hybrid position and will be based in a Turner office or project
location.

This
position will be posted for 90 days.

Position Description:
Conduct estimating activities for Self-Perform Operations (SPO) drywall scopes of work on large or complex drywall and general trades projects, including preparation of estimates, value engineering, budget controls, alternative and comparative studies, constructability reviews and Target Value Design to develop complete, accurate, and well-supported estimates, bids and Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP).

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities:

• Perform complex estimating activities working in collaboration with Self Perform Operations (SPO) Drywall and Preconstruction managers to throughout preconstruction phase launch process.
  
• Prepare detailed estimate including completing quantity take-offs, analysis, estimate input, and studies for items incorporated in assigned scope.
  
• Develop thorough understanding of drywall estimating strategy for each SPO project and implement throughout preconstruction phase.
  
• Develop conceptual estimate and schematic level drawings to establish budget for self-performed drywall scopes of work.
  
• Identify key areas of scope to be developed in subsequent drawing rounds to limit risk to SPO for drywall activities.
  
• Generate labor productivity rates in coordination with historical data and project specific constraints.
  
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships in order to solicit competitive pricing.
  
• Develop thorough understanding of market conditions and impacts to drywall pricing, including material escalation and lead times.
  
• Identify design issues and project risks impacting SPO for drywall, generate solutions and collaborate with Preconstruction team to resolve.
  
• Analyze project schedules for sequencing risk and prepare labor loaded schedules based on estimated days.
  
• Defne markups and labor rates based on project approach, backlog and level of risk.
  
• Prepare comparison analysis to previous estimates and develop clear and concise messages to explain variances for each project stakeholder.
  
• Manage distribution of current design documents for Trades budgeting and bidding and account for sufficient Trades input.
  
• Conduct reviews of design documents for completion; assemble comments and requests for additional information needed to provide complete estimates.
  
• Visit project sites to evaluate existing conditions, identify and capture scope not included in design documents.
  
• Provide pricing for value engineering, alternates, options, and special studies.
  
• Utilize Building Information Models (BIM) for quantity take-off and visualization to support complete estimate preparation.
  
• For subcontracted work, prepare Trades bid proposal forms and bid recording sheets, evaluate trade partner input for scope inclusion, and identify scope gaps and overlaps, coordinate with other staff managing trades.
  
• Review estimate for complete and accurate pricing within estimate or Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), reflect recent pricing data and Trades bids or budgets.
  
• Contribute to estimate review meetings with internal stakeholders to validate estimate prior to client delivery.
  
• Lead coordination of operational input during estimating, bidding, and GMP process; confirm estimate incorporates detailed General Conditions/Requirement (GC/GRs) study, site logistics, and Building L.I.F.E. as prepared by project Operations team.
  
• Develop, lead, or support assembly of estimate, bid or GMP documents required by and submitted to owner, coordinate requirements with contract agreement.

The
salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety
of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience,
education, specialty, and training. The below salary range represents the
company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible
compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime
compensation. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.
Turner Construction provides generous leave, health plans and retirement
contributions that add to your bottom line.

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The salary range for this position is estimated to be 150,000.00 - 170,000.00 USD annualized.

Turner Construction provides flexible benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage, financial benefits such as a 401(k) plan, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, wellness benefits, a voluntary legal plan, identity theft, life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage.

In addition to our extensive benefit offerings, we provide paid vacation, wellness/sick time, holidays, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, and end of year appreciation pay.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 6 years of related experience performing detailed estimates for specialty scopes of work (e.g., framing, drywall, acoustic ceilings, specialty ceilings, delegated design cold formed metal framing, and doors, frames, hardware)
  
• Bachelor's Degree from accredited degree program in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Building Construction, or related field of study a plus, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  
• Experience in project engineering, field supervision, or purchasing
  
• Knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, Trade practices
  
• Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedule
  
• Extensive knowledge of estimating documents and ability to provide accurate qualitative and quantitative analysis of documents
  
• Conceptual ability to work with minimum information and quickly develop understanding of requirements
  
• Advanced project management skills to prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines
  
• Familiar with operating procedures and methods of other departments (e.g., Procurement, Operations)
  
• Supervisory or management experience
  
• Professional verbal and written communication skills, able to present information to non-technical audiences
  
• Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite of applications, and computer-based takeoff and estimating software
  
• Limited travel
  

  Physical Demands:
  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to be mobile, and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

  Work Environment:
  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee performs work on-site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in an office setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.