Chief Estimator

Jobot; South Salt Lake (UT); On-site; USD 165,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary!

Competitive Bonus Package!

Extremely Competitive Benefits Package

Employee Ownership!

Flexible Work Schedules!

Company Truck/Truck Allowance!

Accelerated Career Growth!

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a seasoned Estimating Manager in Utah to lead the estimating team, oversee all estimating operations in the western region, and ensure accurate, timely bids for heavy civil and heavy highway mega projects.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in construction estimating, Design Build experience, and strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills; familiarity with HCSS Heavy Bid is a plus.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in construction estimating, with heavy civil and highway exposure.
• Experience in Design Build, public works and private projects.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with estimating software and cost data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating team to develop accurate, timely construction estimates.
• Analyze drawings, specs, proposals, and docs to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates.
• Oversee preparation of thorough,competitive estimates and assess bidding risks.
• Review bid documents and manage project risk.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients for detailed estimates.
• Identify cost uncertainties and drive data-driven cost reductions.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid

Job description

Salary: $165,000 - $225,000 per year

Job details: This Jobot Job is hosted by: Bryna Rabin

A bit about us

We are a top ENR full-service heavy civil, heavy highway and industrial general contractor self-performing throughout North America - Transportation: rail, bridges, highways and airports, water and wastewater: dams, reservoirs, mines and pipelines.

We are seeking an experienced a Chief Estimator to join our team!

Why join us

• Competitive Base Salary!
• Competitive Bonus Package!
• Extremely Competitive Benefits Package!
• Employee Ownership!
• Flexible Work Schedules!
• Company Truck/Truck Allowance!
• Accelerated Career Growth!

Job Details

We are seeking a seasoned Estimating Manager to join our thriving construction company. This role is vital to the success of our future projects, and the individual will be responsible for overseeing all estimating operations within our organization's western region. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in various aspects of construction, including heavy civil/heavy highway mega projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating team in the development of accurate and timely construction estimates.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects or services.
• Oversee the preparation of thorough, accurate, and competitive estimates, including analyzing and evaluating bidding risks and strategies.
• Review and understand all bid documents and assess project risks.
• Understand project logistics and project schedule to ensure project success.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients to provide clear and detailed project estimates.
• Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure comprehensive project estimates.
• Provide improvement recommendations to cost estimating procedures to reduce future discrepancies between estimated and actual costs.
• Identify and quantify potential cost uncertainties to ensure costing models capture the full range of potential costs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in the construction industry, specifically in estimating.
• Proven experience in Design Build, heavy highway, public works, and private work.
• Proficient in HCSS Heavy Bid or equivalent estimating software.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, materials, and legal requirements.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Ability to multitask and meet strict deadlines.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field is preferred.
• Professional Estimator Certification is a plus.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.