Entry-Level Estimator: Build Smart Budgets & Projects

FlatironDragados; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package

Paid time off program

Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP

Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental,

Vision and/or Provincial Medical

Wellness benefits & Employee Support

Job summary

FlatironDragados is seeking an Estimator in Concord, CA to prepare project estimates by analyzing specs and plans to ensure cost-effective quantities and methods aligned with pursuit, schedule and price goals. You will review proposals, incorporate historical data, handle takeoffs, monitor addenda, and collaborate with the team to hand off projects.

A BA/BS in engineering or construction management and 1+ years in estimating are required; basic knowledge of HCSS is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required.
• 1+ years of experience in construction estimating or cost control.
• Beginner knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software.
• Developing technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviews proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Reviews and incorporates historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and person-hour figures.
• Provides technical input regarding project and contract risks to lead estimator responsible for final bid price approval. Reviews final estimate to ensure defined work aligns with overall project schedule and cost goals.
• Prepares discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work. Calculates material quantity requirements from engineering drawing dimensions.
• Monitors client addendum and advises the estimating team on changes during the estimate period.
• Assists with design review options and recommends best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials.
• Partners with estimating team to prepare and conduct project hand-off meetings between pursuit team and project management team.
• Researches and recommends vendors and subcontractors for designated scopes of work to achieve pursuit and cost goals.

Skills

Experience in construction estimation

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid

Job description

FlatironDragados is seeking an Estimator in Concord, CA to prepare project estimates by analyzing specs and plans to ensure cost-effective quantities and methods aligned with pursuit, schedule and price goals. You will review proposals, incorporate historical data, handle takeoffs, monitor addenda, and collaborate with the team to hand off projects.

A BA/BS in engineering or construction management and 1+ years in estimating are required; basic knowledge of HCSS is a plus.