Construction Estimator

Jjbodies; Stoystown (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health insurance

401-K retirement plan

Affordable dental and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Disability insurance

Competitive paid time off

Job summary

Jjbodies is seeking a Construction Estimator in Stoystown, Pennsylvania. This role will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates for structural steel and metal fabrication projects.

The ideal candidate will possess an Associate's degree in a related field and demonstrate strong analytical, math, and software skills. Benefits include excellent health insurance, a 401-K plan with matching, and competitive paid time off.

Qualifications

• Ability to read construction drawings.
• Strong analytical and math skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Perform accurate material quantity takeoffs and labor estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate quotations from vendors and suppliers.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and bid proposals.
• Maintain estimating spreadsheets and historical cost information.
• Coordinate with engineering and purchasing for estimate accuracy.
• Identify project risks and value engineering opportunities.
• Maintain relationships during the bidding process.

Skills

Reading construction drawings

Analytical skills

Mathematics

Proficiency in Excel

Estimating software

Education

Associate's degree in Construction Management

Equivalent estimating experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Estimating software

ERP software

Job description

Riggs Industries is seeking a Construction Estimator who will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for structural steel and miscellaneous metal fabrication projects by reviewing plans, specifications, performing quantity takeoffs, obtaining vendor quotations, and preparing bid proposals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to determine project requirements.
• Perform accurate material quantity takeoffs and labor estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate quotations from vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, bid summaries, and proposal documents.
• Maintain estimating spreadsheets, databases, and historical cost information.
• Coordinate with engineering, fabrication, and purchasing to ensure estimate accuracy.
• Identify project risks, clarifications, exclusions, and value engineering opportunities.
• Maintain relationships with customers, vendors, and subcontractors during the bidding process.

Qualifications:

Ability to read construction drawings; strong analytical and math skills; proficiency in Excel and estimating software.

Education and/or Experience:

Associate's degree in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or related field, or equivalent estimating experience.

Computer Skills:

Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, estimating software, ERP software.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

Primarily office-based with occasional visits to fabrication shop or project sites. Ability to walk, stand, and lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Benefits:

• Excellent health insurance plans are available for employees and their families
• 401-K retirement plan with a company match of up to 6%
• Affordable dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company paid short and long-term disability insurance
• Competitive paid time off program