Associate Estimator - Mission Critical

BCCI Construction Company; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Layton Construction is seeking an Associate Estimator to prepare estimates for diverse projects, collaborate with project teams to ensure cost accuracy, and assist estimators and managers in all estimating tasks. The role involves reading contract documents, performing quantity take-offs, and coordinating with subs and suppliers to finalize bids.

The position requires a civil engineering or construction management background, familiarity with estimating software, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management or equivalent education and experience.
• Preferred working knowledge of Destini Estimator software, BlueBeam, Assemble, and other latest software and technology.
• Preferred working knowledge of On Screen Take-off
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to operate office equipment (computer, printer, phone, copier, fax).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Appropriate knowledge of construction practices and methods.
• Working knowledge of Revit and Primavera systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates for various projects using hard-bid, design-build and conceptual estimating.
• Read and understand contract documents (plans, specifications and addenda).
• Perform quantity take-offs, organize and price information.
• Solicit bids and quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Communicate with subs and suppliers to clarify pricing information.
• Prepare estimate formats in areas such as general conditions, general bidding, quantity takeoffs and bid analysis.
• Assist with preparation of bid proposals for submittal.
• Prepare outline schedules for proposed projects.
• Assist staff with special estimating projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Under pressure

Deadline management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

Destini Estimator

Bluebeam

Assemble

On Screen Take-off

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary

An Associate Estimator prepares estimates for various projects, shares responsibility for cost accuracy with project team and assists other estimators and managers in all types of estimating tasks.

Duties

• Champions “The Layton Way” by delivering predictable outcomes for internal teams, external teams, and customers.
• Ensures that “Constructing with Integrity” is delivered by working with honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work.
• Assists other in preparing estimates for potential projects, using hard-bid, design-build and conceptual estimating.
• Reads and understands contract documents (plans, specifications & addenda).
• Performs quantity take-offs, organizes and prices information.
• Solicits bids and quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Communicates with subs and suppliers to clarify pricing information.
• Prepares estimate formats in such areas as general conditions, general bidding, quantity takeoffs and bid analysis.
• Assists with the preparation of bid proposal for submittal.
• Prepares outline schedules for proposed projects.
• Assists staff members with various special projects related to estimating.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• Preferred working knowledge of Destini Estimator software, BlueBeam, Assemble, and other latest software and technology.
• Preferred working knowledge of On Screen Take-off
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to operate office equipment, such as computer, printer, phone, copier, fax, etc.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Appropriate knowledge of construction practices and methods.
• Working knowledge of Revit and Primavera systems preferred.

Benefits

Layton Construction offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, Short-term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Family Support, Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation, Paid time off, Time Away Benefits, Paid Holidays, Group Legal, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Identity Theft Protection, Group Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.

EEO Statement

Layton Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.