Construction Estimator

Stevens Engineers & Constructors; Hobart (IN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an experienced Industrial Construction Estimator to join their Hobart team. The role involves creating accurate estimates for industrial projects, collaborating with clients and teams, and ensuring cost efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in construction estimating and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in the construction industry.
• 3 years of experience in industrial construction estimating.
• Advanced computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develops scope for bid packages and prepares estimates.
• Consults with clients and project teams to formulate estimates.
• Maintains estimating cost database and reviews design documents.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Time Management

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Science

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Primavera P6

InEight

Viewpoint

Job description

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Stevens Engineers & Constructors has an excellent opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated Industrial Construction Estimator to join our Hobart Operations Team. The ideal candidate will have estimating experience for industrial construction projects in the steel, chemical, power, and gas & oil markets for the purpose of bidding on projects or negotiating contracts to perform the construction work. The Industrial Construction Estimator position is responsible for creating accurate and complete estimates, based on both conceptual design ideas and complete design documents.

The ideal candidate will also have a client focus approach and will work well independently and as part of the project team.

Stevens offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with an excellent benefit package. This is a perfect career opportunity to join an experienced group of professionals that are committed to providing our customers quality results.

Key Responsibilities

Develops scope for bid packages after reading, reviewing, and studying construction documents (specifications, plans, addendums, RFIs) for the purpose of understanding the design intent and constructability of the project.

Prepares estimates with the proper level of detail for all design stages: Conceptual, Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Documents.

Assists with maintaining the estimating cost data base to ensure costs are up to date.

Consults with clients, project team members, subcontractors, and material suppliers to discuss and formulate estimates, effect cost reductions, and resolve issues.

Studies specifications to assist the operations team in planning procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of construction.

Researches construction documents and analyzes specifications to determine estimated costs.

Works with the operations team throughout the preconstruction process in reviewing plans and specifications for constructability issues and determining general requirements on the project.

Reviews design documents for proper information to receive accurate pricing from subcontractors and suppliers, generates acceptable value engineering ideas, and prepares life-cycle costing.

Prepares quantity take-offs and estimates costs of materials, labor, and use of equipment required to fulfill all provisions of the contract.

Understands how to create proper bid packages and works with the design team on the information required in each package to assure complete bids and giving the field team the right information needed to start construction or maintain the project schedule.

Reviews subcontractor and supplier bids for conformity to contract requirements and determines acceptable bids.

Presents and explains project budgets to clients, designers, and operations teams.

Maintains files of working documents as back-up for the estimate, including current information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.

Supports other estimating unit personnel as needed, which would include but not limited to assistance with computer work and preparation of one or more discipline estimates.

Researches, negotiates and prepares purchase orders and subcontracts for awarded projects, including obtaining the necessary insurance requirements.

Prepares internal job setup documentation, including Award of Contract form, code of accounts, quantity sheet and copy estimate file.

Participates in pre-job meeting with project management personnel.

Skill Factors

Bachelor’s Degree with major coursework in Construction Science, Building Science or Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

Five (5) years of professional experience in the construction industry, with three (3) years of experience in industrial construction estimating.

Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Access, and construction / project management software packages (i.e., InEight, Primavera P6, and Viewpoint).

Ability to think analytically; demonstrate effective time management skills; ability to prioritize responsibilities and multi-task in fast-paced environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to understand and communicate basic construction concepts.

Exhibit strong Interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with accuracy and precise attention to detail.

Ability to build solid working relationships with team members, vendors, and customers.

Demonstrate a strong work ethic - results driven.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stevens Engineers & Constructors, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Construction

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

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