Construction Estimator

The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walsh Group, Ltd. is seeking an Estimator in Long Beach, CA to support management, operations and estimating staff in reviewing project plans, requirements and specifications.

You will develop and manage portions of large multidisciplinary estimates, coordinating with teams on hard bid, negotiated and conceptual projects. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of estimating experience, strong knowledge of construction costs, and the ability to lead a team.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience or College Degree with 3 years of experience.
• Experience estimating projects over $30M.
• Understanding of all applicable estimating software.
• Extensive knowledge of construction costs and engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, requirements and specifications.
• Coordinate a team of estimators to develop a large multidisciplinary estimate.
• Determine labor and equipment costs.
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing.
• Review and understand bid documents and assess project risks.
• Understand project logistics and schedule.
• Prepare bid packages and analyze subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Review quotes and estimates with Project Management Team.
• Prepare estimates at different levels of completion (conceptual, Schematic, DD, CD).
• Assist with post-bid buyouts.
• Comprehends contract requirements for diversity compliance.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Excellent written and oral comunicator

Effective presentation skills

Well organized and able to multi-task

Education

College degree

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking a Construction Estimator for our Long Beach, CA office.

The Estimator will support and work with management, operations and estimating staff in the review of project plans, requirements and specifications. The Estimator shall have extensive knowledge of construction means and methods, costs and engineering principles. Qualified individuals will have estimating experience with large Commercial, Residential, Healthcare, Transportation projects. Must be confident working with estimating teams on projects of varying sizes, and be capable of estimating hard bid, negotiated and conceptual projects. Individual must be self-motivated, possess strong communication/interpersonal skills and be confident in his/her ability to develop and manage their assigned portion of the estimate.

As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.

There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:

• Challenging, complex work
• Creative and innovative problem-solving environment
• Supportive, communicative managers who reward hard work
• Opportunities for growth, training, and development
• Flexibility in career path & progression
• Opportunities to work and live all over the United States

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review project plans, requirements and specifications.
• Have demonstrated leadership abilities to coordinate a team of estimators to develop a large multidisciplinary estimate.
• Determine labor and equipment costs.
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing.
• Review and understand all bid documents and assess project risks.
• Understand project logistics and project schedule.
• Prepare bid packages. Compare and analyze competitive subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Review quotes and estimates with the Project Management Team.
• Prepare estimates at different levels of completion (conceptual, Schematic, DD, CD, etc.)
• Assist with certain post-bid buyouts.
• Comprehends contract requirements for diversity compliance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 years of experience or College Degree with 3 years of experience
• Experience estimating projects over $30M
• Understanding of all applicable estimating software.
• Extensive knowledge of construction costs and engineering principles
• Well organized, flexible, detail oriented and have the ability to multi-task.
• Prioritize work load and consistently meet deadlines while constantly changing tasks and demands
• Effective presentation skills
• Excellent written and oral communicator
• Salary: $125,000–$150,000 (Depending on Experience)

The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or [e-mail].

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran

Salary Range Disclaimer

Please note that job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.