Senior Estimator   Employer: Suffolk Construction Company Job Location: Falls Church , VA Cash Compensation: Industry Type: General Contractors - Managers Job Description: Position Summary: The Senior Estimator is responsible for all aspects of estimating including preconstruction, hard bids, negotiated bids, budgets, general conditions, systems studies and comparisons, value engineering, subcontractor relations and staying abreast of industry developments applicable to estimating. Department: Estimating Reports to: Chief Estimator Direct Reports: N/A Location: Mid Atlantic Region Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field • 5-10 years of experience in Estimating or equivalent • Quantity Surveys, Take off skills, Computer Skills o Working knowledge of Excel spread sheets, and Word processing programs. o Work with and manage Estimators so that take off work is organized, complete and easy to follow. • Understanding of Construction Documents o Knowledge of the contents of each CSI section. o Ability to read & interpret blue prints in order to understand the scope of work at SD, DD and CD phases of design. o Ability to coordinate construction document plans, details and specifications. o Ability to apply CD details to a conceptual set of documents to capture all cost impacts of the details. Necessary Attributes: • Work effectively with all colleagues and constituents. • Possess and understand Suffolk’s core values, goals, and vision. • Possess clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities of an Estimator. • Actively participate as a team member. • Detail oriented • Time management skills • Sense of urgency Company Description: Our passionate and skilled employees, proactive approach to managing projects, strategic focus and financial strength truly differentiate us from other construction management firms. We are considered influencers in the construction industry and in our local communities because we lead by example and strive to build strong relationships by exceeding expectations. Suffolks core values - passion, integrity, hard work and professionalism - best describe who we are as a company and the characteristics each of our employees brings to our organization. Our unprecedented success has a surprisingly simple explanation - consistently high performance and a strong commitment to customer service has attracted and retained more clients and project opportunities every year.