Lead Estimator | Construction | Overland Park, KS

• Lead the preparation and delivery of detailed preliminary and final cost plans, working closely with clients, design professionals, project leadership, and trade partners to ensure accuracy throughout all phases of a project.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and bid materials to gain a full understanding of project requirements, allowing for clear scope definition and reliable cost projections.
• Collaborate with subcontractors to obtain quantity measurements and pricing, confirming alignment on scheduling, workforce needs, and sequencing prior to bid submission.
• Build and manage a database of qualified trade partners for ongoing company use and outreach.
• Evaluate contract documents and technical requirements to assess feasibility, construction approach, and material selections.
• Guide and support estimating staff, reviewing calculations and assumptions to ensure precision and consistency across all estimates.
• Partner with project teams to assemble general conditions budgets for executive review and approval.
• Develop and maintain detailed inclusions, exclusions, and scope descriptions from early budgeting through final pricing to clearly communicate deliverables to clients and design teams.
• Establish and nurture strong working relationships with stakeholders including owners, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Provide coaching and professional development opportunities for junior team members.
• Drive cost optimization efforts by identifying alternatives and recommending value-enhancing solutions when budgets shift.
• Proactively identify potential risks during preconstruction and collaborate with stakeholders to implement mitigation strategies early in the design process.
• Perform or validate quantity takeoffs using digital estimating tools, ensuring data is well-organized and accurately documented.

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