Civil Construction Estimator

SB Ballard Construction; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

S. B. Ballard Construction Company, located near Virginia Beach, is seeking an experienced Civil Estimator to join our team in Virginia Beach. This in-person, full-time role offers a salary range of $85,000 to $110,000 per year and a comprehensive benefits package.

Ideal candidates will read drawings and specs, develop pricing, and coordinate with AE’s and Owners on design-build and CM@risk projects. Proficiency in OST/Agtech/Bluebeam and MS Office is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil or general contracting estimating.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specs.
• Proficiency in MS Office with advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with OST/Agtech and Bluebeam tooling.
• LEED and DBIA certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review project drawings and specs to determine scope of work.
• Quantify civil elements of projects with near-complete designs.
• Develop knowledge of construction pricing and conceptual estimating.
• Network with subs for input, bids, and product information.
• Analyze bid comparisons and present findings to team.
• Demonstrate strong presentation skills and contribute to value management.

Skills

Construction estimating

Reading drawings

Communication skills

MS Office/Excel

Education

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Tools

On Screen Take-off (OST)

Agtech

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

S. B. Ballard Construction Company , a leading General Contractor/Construction Manager servicing the Mid-Atlantic region, headquartered in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking an experienced Civil Estimator to join our team in Virginia Beach.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review the project design drawings and specifications to determine assigned scope of work
• Able to read and interpret drawings and specifications
• Able to quantify structural and civil elements of a project where the design is complete or near completion
• Develop knowledge of construction pricing
• Develop an understanding of conceptual estimating
• Able to network with applicable subcontractors in discipline expertise areas for the purpose of obtaining estimate input, preliminary bids and product information
• Able to receive, analyze and complete bid comparisons in discipline expertise areas
• Develop excellent presentation skills
• Participates with estimating staff learning the basics of value management

Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven experience and knowledge of Construction estimating, means and methods, accounting, document administration and a thorough understanding of industry practices.
• Past experience as civil estimator or on projects with a General Contractor
• Proven experience working with AE’s and Owners in Design-Build and CM@Risk Projects
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Proficiency in MS Office with expert skill level in Excel
• Proficiency in On Screen Take-off (OST) or Agtech
• Proficiency in Bluebeam
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required
• LEED Certification ( preferred )
• DBIA Certification ( plus )

Search is currently focusing on eligible candidates residing within commuting distance of Virginia Beach job site .

The summary of essential duties and responsibilities listed above is not intended to cover all possible job duties and is subject to change at our discretion. S. B. Ballard offers a very competitive salary and benefit package . The salary for this position is negotiated during the offer process and is based on previous experience as well as a variety of other factors. We are a drug free workplace and all applicants considered for employment must pass a post-offer drug screen and background check prior to commencing employment. We are 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Construction Estimating: 5 years (Preferred)
• General Contracting: 5 years (Preferred)
• MS Office/Excel: 5 years (Preferred)
• Bluebeam: 3 years (Preferred)
• On Screen Take-off: 3 years (Preferred)
• MS Project and PG: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LEED Certification (Preferred)
• DBIA Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Virginia Beach, VA 23453 (Required)

Work Location: In person