SageWater
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We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Estimator to join our SageWater Estimating team! We're growing, and we're looking for more great people to help us continue to grow!
ABOUT US:
Founded in 1988, SageWater is the nation's leading provider of turnkey plumbing and mechanical infrastructure solutions for condominium and apartment communities. We help diagnose and solve piping system problems with high levels of care and attention to detail-all while residents remain in their homes.
WHY JOIN US?
SageWater offers great pay with regular reviews and a commitment to career growth!
Regular achievement-related bonuses
401(k) retirement plan with a 3% company grant after 90 days
Paid time off (PTO) and select paid holidays
Zero premium quality health insurance for yourself
Low premium quality health insurance for your family
Low premium dental and vision insurance for you and your family
Life and long-term disability insurance
Hybrid office schedule (Monday-Friday) with on-site work and free parking available
Company paid travel to projects nation-wide and across the DMV
Conveniently located near downtown Alexandria, with easy access to Metro and VRE
Unique professional challenges and opportunities
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY:
As a Senior Estimator, you will be placed in a dynamic, challenging, and deadline-driven environment where quality and attention to detail are key and where you will be expected to produce accurate construction estimates and proposals for complex repipe & remodel projects for large high-rise and multi-family communities. You will function as an in-house technical expert on bid activities and will be accountable for successfully managing the day-to-day project needs and deliverables for your assigned project(s) to include hard bids, pre-construction, and budget and order-of-magnitude pricing, while multi-tasking and prioritizing project tasks.
This Senior Estimator role requires significant related estimating experience both as a sole contributor and as a collaborator, demonstrated project leadership expertise, and very robust technical skills. This role is intended to be a hybrid full-time exempt position, based at our Alexandria Virginia offices, with some occasional overnight travel, and reports to the Director of Estimating. You will partner with our other estimators, engineering, pre-construction, marketing, and operations teams to meet business goals, ensuring every project meets our high standards.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Analyze and inspect complex projects, plans, and specifications to determine scope of work for plumbing, hydronic, fire-protection system replacements, and renovations in multi-family buildings Apply our corporate strategy for bid generation to ongoing projects, including means and methods, targeted strategy, and schedule expectations Audit and review the team development of scope of work details, estimate production, and proposal writing to ensure alignment with bid documents and corporate strategy Establish relationships with, communicate, and presents proposals to Clients during and following the bid proposal process Oversee the use and maintenance of standardized estimating software and existing processes to streamline current estimates and proposal writing Track actual costs against estimated costs to influence future bid strategy and maintain cost history Generates comprehensive reports on estimating performance including against established KPIs Manage and control subcontractor database; communicate regularly with necessary subcontractors to review work scopes and analyze quotes for best value Identifies and implements process improvements, ensuring improved quality and accuracy of deliverables, with appropriate documentation of new and enhanced procedures Collaborates with and provides cross-functional support to Operations and Preconstruction teams to create solutions for job/estimating prospects This job posting is not intended as a complete list of activities, duties, or responsibilities for this position.
Key Requirements:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role in plumbing, mechanical, or a related discipline-managing a team and working across both office and job site environments Experience in significant roles with estimating projects ranging from $1- $100 Million Advanced knowledge of related industry best practices and Code/Standard requirements Demonstrated technical writing proficiency in producing detailed proposals and related communications internally, with clients, and other stakeholders Demonstrated project management experience with challenging timelines and multiple projects Proficiency with construction estimating and design software such as RSMeans or Quotesoft High School degree or GED Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills A positive "no job is too big or too small" attitude Proficiency in English, written and spoken, with excellent presentation skills Proficiency in basic computer skills including with email, internet, Word, and Excel Must be able to travel to work sites including nationally for up to a week at a time This role requires regular walks between work areas, occasionally climbing stairs, and occasionally lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds
Preferred candidates will also have a related Bachelor's degree; have achieved, or be in the process of achieving, a related Professional Certification; have MEP engineering drafting experience; be proficient in Spanish; have prior trade experience; and/or have prior related military or civil experience.
Salary Range: $90,000 to $130,000 annualized base pay based upon experience and qualifications.
Ready to be considered for this amazing opportunity at SageWater?
If you're ready to take the next step and make a real difference in your life and career, don't wait-apply today!
Employment Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States and must be able to confirm their employment eligibility via E-Verify at the time of hire. We are unable to sponsor employment at this time.
No recruiters or agencies, please.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Estimator to join our SageWater Estimating team! We're growing, and we're looking for more great people to help us continue to grow!
ABOUT US:
Founded in 1988, SageWater is the nation's leading provider of turnkey plumbing and mechanical infrastructure solutions for condominium and apartment communities. We help diagnose and solve piping system problems with high levels of care and attention to detail-all while residents remain in their homes.
WHY JOIN US?
SageWater offers great pay with regular reviews and a commitment to career growth!
Regular achievement-related bonuses
401(k) retirement plan with a 3% company grant after 90 days
Paid time off (PTO) and select paid holidays
Zero premium quality health insurance for yourself
Low premium quality health insurance for your family
Low premium dental and vision insurance for you and your family
Life and long-term disability insurance
Hybrid office schedule (Monday-Friday) with on-site work and free parking available
Company paid travel to projects nation-wide and across the DMV
Conveniently located near downtown Alexandria, with easy access to Metro and VRE
Unique professional challenges and opportunities
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY:
As a Senior Estimator, you will be placed in a dynamic, challenging, and deadline-driven environment where quality and attention to detail are key and where you will be expected to produce accurate construction estimates and proposals for complex repipe & remodel projects for large high-rise and multi-family communities. You will function as an in-house technical expert on bid activities and will be accountable for successfully managing the day-to-day project needs and deliverables for your assigned project(s) to include hard bids, pre-construction, and budget and order-of-magnitude pricing, while multi-tasking and prioritizing project tasks.
This Senior Estimator role requires significant related estimating experience both as a sole contributor and as a collaborator, demonstrated project leadership expertise, and very robust technical skills. This role is intended to be a hybrid full-time exempt position, based at our Alexandria Virginia offices, with some occasional overnight travel, and reports to the Director of Estimating. You will partner with our other estimators, engineering, pre-construction, marketing, and operations teams to meet business goals, ensuring every project meets our high standards.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Analyze and inspect complex projects, plans, and specifications to determine scope of work for plumbing, hydronic, fire-protection system replacements, and renovations in multi-family buildings Apply our corporate strategy for bid generation to ongoing projects, including means and methods, targeted strategy, and schedule expectations Audit and review the team development of scope of work details, estimate production, and proposal writing to ensure alignment with bid documents and corporate strategy Establish relationships with, communicate, and presents proposals to Clients during and following the bid proposal process Oversee the use and maintenance of standardized estimating software and existing processes to streamline current estimates and proposal writing Track actual costs against estimated costs to influence future bid strategy and maintain cost history Generates comprehensive reports on estimating performance including against established KPIs Manage and control subcontractor database; communicate regularly with necessary subcontractors to review work scopes and analyze quotes for best value Identifies and implements process improvements, ensuring improved quality and accuracy of deliverables, with appropriate documentation of new and enhanced procedures Collaborates with and provides cross-functional support to Operations and Preconstruction teams to create solutions for job/estimating prospects This job posting is not intended as a complete list of activities, duties, or responsibilities for this position.
Key Requirements:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role in plumbing, mechanical, or a related discipline-managing a team and working across both office and job site environments Experience in significant roles with estimating projects ranging from $1- $100 Million Advanced knowledge of related industry best practices and Code/Standard requirements Demonstrated technical writing proficiency in producing detailed proposals and related communications internally, with clients, and other stakeholders Demonstrated project management experience with challenging timelines and multiple projects Proficiency with construction estimating and design software such as RSMeans or Quotesoft High School degree or GED Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills A positive "no job is too big or too small" attitude Proficiency in English, written and spoken, with excellent presentation skills Proficiency in basic computer skills including with email, internet, Word, and Excel Must be able to travel to work sites including nationally for up to a week at a time This role requires regular walks between work areas, occasionally climbing stairs, and occasionally lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds
Preferred candidates will also have a related Bachelor's degree; have achieved, or be in the process of achieving, a related Professional Certification; have MEP engineering drafting experience; be proficient in Spanish; have prior trade experience; and/or have prior related military or civil experience.
Salary Range: $90,000 to $130,000 annualized base pay based upon experience and qualifications.
Ready to be considered for this amazing opportunity at SageWater?
If you're ready to take the next step and make a real difference in your life and career, don't wait-apply today!
Employment Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States and must be able to confirm their employment eligibility via E-Verify at the time of hire. We are unable to sponsor employment at this time.
No recruiters or agencies, please.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.