SENIOR ESTIMATOR

Dana B. Kenyon Company (DBK), an established construction company, serves a broad range of markets, including Railroad, Ports, Industrial, Manufacturing, Commercial, and Healthcare sectors. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, since 1983, DBK is recognized both regionally and nationally as an industry leader, known for managing some of the most challenging projects with innovative solutions in both the private and public sectors. DBK offers delivery methods that are tailored to meet the client’s needs, including Design-Build, Construction Management, and General Contracting. This has led to win-win solutions and a high percentage of repeat business in our preferred markets. Our purpose and vision are centered on our people, who will deliver solutions and innovations to help our clients serve their customers and enhance communities. We Build Relationships! This is primarily how we measure our success!

Ideal Candidate:

We are seeking a Senior Estimator with 10-15 years of commercial/industrial construction estimating experience to join us in our success.

Applicants with experience in our core areas of expertise, including healthcare, transportation, industrial, and financial institutions, will be considered a plus, along with proven pre-construction experience with design-build and CMAR delivery methods.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Effectively lead project bid teams.
• Provide preconstruction services for design-build / assist projects up to $50,000,000, including estimating of design process packages, value engineering, constructability reviews, schedule reviews, managing the design-build process, and identifying long lead items.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with owners, developers, owner representatives, designers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Lead or assist in the Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Qualifications (RFQ) response processes.
• Review proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc., to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Develop scopes of work and accurately solicit pricing proposals from subcontractors and vendors.
• Assist bid team during preparation of inquiries and final evaluation of submitted bid as required.
• Prepare conceptual estimates with minimal project information, detailed construction estimates for all types of projects and estimates for all stages of design from conceptual through final construction documents.
• Assist project management team with project buyouts as needed.
• Assist with developing and maintaining estimating software and in the development of historical cost for estimating databases.
• Compile and maintain bid history documents.
• Estimate extra work items, change orders, credits, procuring materials, etc.
• Manage the input of all subcontractor and supplier bids during the bid analysis process.
• Organize bid team so each supporting individual involved knows responsibilities and deadlines.
• Manage estimating support personnel when assigned to the bid team.
• Demonstrate exceptional presentation and sales skills while assisting and service on RFP/interview teams.
• Perform additional assignments as required.

Skill, Knowledge, Qualifications, and Experience:

• 4-year college degree or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience.
• 10-15 years of experience in commercial/industrial estimating, cost control, and/or engineering experience (at least 5 years estimating experience) in similar facility construction.
• Thorough knowledge of estimating best practices, quantity surveying, construction materials, and construction means and methods.
• Ability to develop strategic relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Extensive knowledge of commercial and industrial projects.
• Thorough understanding of competitive bid, negotiated, and shortlisted project procurement methods.
• Thorough understanding of design-build, construction management, and general construction project delivery methods.
• Ability to act as primary estimating lead on projects with minimum oversight.
• Excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
• Analytical skills and mathematical aptitude.
• Experience in using estimating software (Sage), quantity surveying software, building and civil, and bid solicitation software.
• Ability to handle multiple bid projects at the same time.
• Demonstrate ability for accuracy and thoroughness.
• Effective leadership, organizational, and time management skills.
• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate with other project team members.

How you’ll benefit:

• DBK offers a competitive salary
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) + paid holidays, with no waiting period
• Group Health Insurance (PPO and HMO), ancillary products such as Dental, Vision, FSA, Long Term Disability and AFLAC Benefits
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Beyond the benefits, we provide the training and career development you need to be successful. We work hard, celebrate our people and our partners, provide opportunities to give back to the community, and constantly strive to be sure our purpose is clear and lived out from the very top of our organization.

How to join our team:

If you’re looking for a long-term partnership with a reputable organization and a proven track record of success, email your resume to [email protected].

Resumes kept in strict confidence.

Dana B. Kenyon Company is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.

We are personally dedicated to delivering construction solutions that enable our clients to serve their customers and positively impact people and the community.

Dana B. Kenyon Company (DBK), an established construction company, serves a broad range of markets, including Railroad, Ports, Industrial, Manufacturing, Commercial, and Healthcare sectors. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, since 1983, DBK is recognized both regionally and nationally as an industry leader, known for managing some of the most challenging projects with innovative solutions in both the private and public sectors. DBK offers delivery methods that are tailored to meet the client’s needs, including Design-Build, Construction Management, and General Contracting. This has led to win-win solutions and a high percentage of repeat business in our preferred markets. Our purpose and vision are centered on our people, who will deliver solutions and innovations to help our clients serve their customers and enhance communities. We Build Relationships! This is primarily how we measure our success!

Ideal Candidate:

We are seeking a Superintendent with 5+ years of experience in transportation and/or industrial construction to join our team in Philadelphia.

Applicants in our core areas of expertise, including healthcare, rail/transportation, industrial, and financial institutions, will be considered a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for implementing the Safety Plan for the project, ensuring the overall safety of all workers, tradespeople, craftsmen, owners, and representatives on site. Competent person on site regarding all safety issues. Documents and ensures corrective measures are implemented when necessary.
• Understands the Project Schedule and implements a plan to meet or beat the Master Schedule. Pre-plans and schedules jobsite activity as required. Produces and updates weekly 3-week short interval schedule (integrated with overall project schedule).
• Plan and supervise Assistant Superintendent and/or craft activities. Includes determining method of construction, manpower levels, material quantities equipment, temporary power sources, work schedule and documenting actual hours worked.
• Responsible for Jobsite Set up and Site Logistics. Ensures the jobsite trailer is set up and maintained.
• Coordinates assigned work with work of different crafts, subcontractors, suppliers, testing companies and owner vendors.
• Maintains a clean and safe jobsite. Enforces cleanup with the subcontractors and ensures the sub trades protect their work from the damage of others.
• Inspects the work as the work is being performed to ensure it meets the contract quality requirements.
• Prepares Daily Report and communicates project activity to management.
• Produces weekly reports.
• Recruits and coordinates training for all hourly jobsite personnel.
• Conducts weekly subcontractor progress meetings and safety meetings.
• Assumes budget responsibility for labor costs, including subsistence and expenses, and miscellaneous purchases, such as concrete, lumber, equipment rental, and overhead.
• Coordinates all closeout activities to ensure timely completion and closeout of the project.
• Serves as the on-site liaison between the owner, owner’s representatives, and the design team. Maintains a positive relationship and is available to address any needs, concerns, and questions as they may arise.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.

Skill, Knowledge, Qualifications, and Experience:

• High school diploma and continuing education courses in building construction
• Minimum of 5 years superintendent experience in similar facility construction technology, methods, equipment, tools, and work procedures required.
• Requires skills and ability to use carpenter tools, climb ladders, lift, and work at elevated heights.
• OSHA 30 Training, First Aid and CPR Certifications, preferred. Will provide at company expense if not currently possessed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, and Project; experience with Procore, preferred.
• An advanced understanding of construction scheduling, cost control, and the ability to effectively manage and supervise large teams are essential.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

How you’ll benefit:

• DBK offers a competitive salary & auto allowance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) + paid holidays, with no waiting period
• Group Health Insurance (PPO and HMO), ancillary products such as Dental, Vision, FSA, Long Term Disability and AFLAC Benefits,
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Beyond the benefits, we also provide you with the training and career development you need to be successful. We work hard, celebrate our people and our partners, provide opportunities to give back to the community, and constantly strive to be sure our purpose is clear and lived out from the very top of our organization.

Resumes kept in strict confidence.

Dana B. Kenyon Company is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.

We are personally dedicated to delivering construction solutions that enable our clients to serve their customers and positively impact people and the community.