Senior/Lead Structures Estimator

Senior/Lead Structures Estimator

KCI Technologies, Inc.

United States, Florida, Tampa

3915 U.S. 301 (Show on map)

Jun 05, 2025

Senior/Lead Structures Estimator

Job Locations

US-GA-Duluth | US | US-FL-Tampa | US-NC-Charlotte

ID

2025-6399

Category

Project Management

Type

Full-Time Regular - 40 hours

Posted Date

3 months ago(3/12/2025 11:01 AM)

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we're building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #48 on Engineering s-Record's list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

KCI Technologies is hiring a Lead Estimator to join our team.

Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate

Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work

Prepares bid packages including but not limited to comparison and analysis of competitive subcontractor and supplier bids

Utilize HCSS estimating software to develop a comprehensive project estimate

Perform pre-construction duties and meetings with Clients, Owners, Contractors and Engineers

Preferred Experience:

15-20 years of experience is preferred

BS in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field

Proficient in HCSS HeavyBid or similar estimating software

Working knowledge of Primavera P6

Working knowledge of quantity takeoff software such as Bluebeam Revu or similar

AutoCAD experience preferable

Experience working for Heavy Civil contractors in the field preferable

Willingness to relocate to Duluth, GA office preferred

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required. Master's degree preferred.

Minimum of 7 - 12 years of professional experience.

Appropriate professional certification preferred.

Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Performance Expectations

Complete Annual Individual Training Program

Mentor and train staff

Train adequate backup personnel to support your role in your absence

Develop and maintain customer relationships by soliciting monthly performance feedback, identifying client needs, and identifying the next project

Comply with all KCI policies and procedures

Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements

Manage work routine of all assigned staff and assign job activities as required

Complete other duties as required/assigned

Provide input to develop project-specific safety plans and implement project safety plans and ensure compliance with all Federal, state, and local safety rules and regulations

Report monthly proposal results to operations manager

Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target(75%-80% typical)

Attend bi-weekly(or more frequently as necessary) meetings with project team on all projects/tasks

Chart and provide project performance results

Consult and coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants as required

Deliver all projects on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope

Ensure effective use of equipment and personnel

Meet monthly(or more frequently as necessary) with project analyst to review project invoices

Meet monthly with practice leader to review project performance

Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters

Prepare and submit monthly project completion report

Prepare interpractice agreements and/or outside requests as required

Prepare monthly progress reports for all projects

Prepare monthly project staff utilization plan

Propose and negotiate scope, schedule and fee estimate for tasks and projects

Provide bi-weekly percent complete data to project assistant

Provide monthly project updates to practice leader

Provide monthly WIP/AR comments to the operations manager

Provide technical project and staff oversight

Provide weekly new project budget data to the practice leader

Serve as project or task manager on select projects

Compare field data to design plans

Conduct site visits and gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes and photographs as needed

Prepare preliminary concept designs and submit for approval

Read and interpret technical documents required for project execution

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.