Construction Bid Estimator I – Data & Proposals

Veit & Company, Inc.; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Retirement plans with matching

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Veit & Company, Inc. is seeking an Estimator to gather, calculate, and compile data for bid proposals. This role involves collecting supplier and subcontractor quotes, building the bid in HeavyBid, and delivering timely proposals to owners and general contractors.

The ideal candidate will have a construction management or civil engineering background, familiarity with bidding software, and strong communication skills to interact with management and vendors. Occasional travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, or 0–2 years bidding/estimating experience or 5 years related field experience.
• Proficiency with Construction Bidding and Project Management software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent communication skills with all levels of management, vendors, and clients.
• Ability to present information to top management, groups, clients, and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions, and use diverse resources.

Responsibilities

• Gather and calculate quantities (e.g., square yards, linear feet, cubic yards, each) for each project to determine material needs.
• Solicit quotes from subcontractors for bid preparation.
• Collect quotes on materials required for the project.
• Construct the bid by adding activities, crews, and equipment, and adjust production rates.
• Print and deliver bid proposals to owner or general contractor within required timeframes.
• Determine bid results by contacting general contractors or reviewing bid notifications.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excellent communication

Ability to present information

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

AGTEK

HCSS

Job description

Veit & Company, Inc. is seeking an Estimator to gather, calculate, and compile data for bid proposals. This role involves collecting supplier and subcontractor quotes, building the bid in HeavyBid, and delivering timely proposals to owners and general contractors.

The ideal candidate will have a construction management or civil engineering background, familiarity with bidding software, and strong communication skills to interact with management and vendors. Occasional travel is expected.