Construction Estimator

02 Walsh Construction Company II, LLC; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work

Creative problem solving

Supportive management

Growth opportunities

Flexible career path

US-wide opportunities

Job summary

The Walsh Group in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Construction Estimator to support management, operations and estimating staff in reviewing plans, requirements and specifications. The estimator will lead a team, develop and manage portions of the estimate and ensure accurate cost projections for a range of projects.

Qualified candidates have extensive estimating experience on large Commercial, Residential, Healthcare and Transportation projects.

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 able to multi-task.
• Effective presentation skills and clear written/oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, requirements and specifications.
• Coordinate a team of estimators on large multidisciplinary estimates.
• Determine labor and equipment costs.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and material pricing.
• Review bid documents and assess project risks.
• Understand project logistics and schedule.
• Prepare bid packages.
• Compare 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.
• Comprehend contract requirements for diversity compliance.

Skills

Estimating experience

Leadership abilities

Communication skills

Time management

Education

College degree with 3 years experience

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.

Benefits

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.

Founded in 1898, The Walsh Group is a fourth‑generation family‑owned business providing design, build, finance and operation services for a wide variety of construction projects. We are consistently listed among the largest contractors in the United States, operating out of 21 strategically located regional offices across North America. Our three companies are united by a shared dedication to exceptional customer service, while upholding the highest standards of ethics, quality and safety.