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S L A M Collaborative Inc

Senior Estimator / Pre-Construction Manager

full-time•Boston, Glastonbury, Providence, Philadelphia

Summary

Location

Boston, Glastonbury, Providence, Philadelphia

Type

full-time

Experience

10+ years

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About this role

The S/L/A/M Collaborative has a great opportunity available for an experienced Estimator within its expanding Pre-Construction department of our Construction Management Division in Glastonbury, CT.     

SLAM Construction Services is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator with broad expertise in commercial general construction. This role is critical to supporting our architectural and construction teams by providing accurate cost analysis, value engineering, and preconstruction services.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop conceptual design and master planning estimates for commercial projects
  • Prepare detailed cost estimates across multiple building systems
  • Participate in project interviews and client meetings
  • Evaluate and compare costs of alternate building systems to support decision-making
  • Collaborate with architectural teams to provide preconstruction services, including:
    1. Third-party estimate reconciliation
    2. Constructability reviews
    3. Value engineering recommendations
  • Lead estimating team and provide training and mentoring to junior staff
  • Update and maintain the company’s estimating database

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of experience in commercial and general construction estimating
  • Strong knowledge of building systems, construction methods, and cost drivers.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Experience with conceptual design and general building type cost-per-square-foot estimating.
  • Proficient in Excel, & On-Screen, Togal AI, and basic knowledge with estimating software (Sage, Procore or other systems)
  • Strong Computer skills 
  • Effective communication and team building skills
  • Construction Management or equivalent 4-year degree preferred


SLAM Construction Services, a subsidiary of The SLAM Collaborative, is a full-service construction management company specializing in pre-construction, construction management and design-build services for the independent education, healthcare and corporate markets within the New England region. The SLAM Collaborative formed SLAM Construction Services in 1996 to provide their clients with a single point of responsibility for the design and construction of their projects. This unique practice of architects, engineers, and construction professionals provides clients with seamless continuity from design into construction. SLAM Construction Services has established a solid reputation by offering comprehensive construction services for every phase of the project: from planning to designing to building. 


Learn more about us at: www.slamcoll.com 

 


SLAM is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. SLAM will make reasonable accommodations in the application process for applicants with disabilities, as required by applicable law. If you require accommodations during the application process or for the interview process, please contact Human Resources.

What you'll do

  • The Senior Estimator will develop conceptual design and master planning estimates for commercial projects and prepare detailed cost estimates across multiple building systems. They will also collaborate with architectural teams and lead the estimating team while providing training and mentoring to junior staff.

About S L A M Collaborative Inc

SLAM is a 290 member architecture firm with offices in Atlanta, GA, Boston, MA, Denver, CO, Glastonbury, CT, Iowa City, IA, Los Angeles, CA, Orlando, FL, New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA and Providence, RI. A fully integrated multi-disciplinary firm, we offer architecture, planning, interior design, landscape architecture, structural engineering, and construction services. SLAM is redefining the practice of architecture by designing facilities to be an integral component of our client's world, conceived to achieve specific outcomes and defined by the change they promote. Our clients expect not only beautiful design, but a level of performance from their buildings that will have a significant impact on their industry, business, community, and occupants.

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