Estimating Engineer (Heavy Civil Construction)

Skanska; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Estimating Engineer, where your skills will contribute to impactful construction projects. This role offers a chance to work on diverse projects that enhance community infrastructure, from schools to hospitals. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, the company fosters a supportive environment for career growth. You will be responsible for delivering precise cost estimates and managing project risks, ensuring timely and organized project execution. If you are eager to make a difference in society through your work, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Employee ownership program

Career development support

Bonus program

Qualifications

• Proven experience with MS Office and estimating software.
• Bachelor's degree with minimum 2 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing accurate cost estimates for construction projects.
• Prepare subcontractor scopes and manage project risks.

Skills

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Estimating/Engineering software

Quantity surveying

Teamwork

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid

AutoCAD

On Screen Takeoff

Job description

Job Overview

Skanska is searching for a dynamic Estimating Engineer. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion.

Our work makes a clear contribution to society and the environment around us. We build in many different verticals. Whether we are building schools to provide inspiring spaces for learning, roads to connect communities or hospitals to care for patients, it all contributes to our purpose – we build for a better society.

Skanska's values —Be Better Together, Act Ethically and Transparently, Commit to Customer and Care for Life—are deeply engrained in how we work, which is why our values support and drive our D&I efforts.

The Estimating Engineer assists the Estimating Department in the development of accurate, timely and detailed cost estimates on large, complex heavy civil and mechanical construction projects for bid-build, design-build, CM/GC, PPP and Engineer, Procure and Construct (EPC) projects. The Estimating Engineer supports delivery of properly organized estimates, budgets, and schedules, including managing Skanska’s risk. The Estimating Engineer will be responsible for independently determining accurate quantity surveys, preparation of subcontractor and vendor work scopes and quote analyses. The Estimating Engineer must be able to meet critical deadlines and have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Estimating Engineer Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience with MS Office products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Proven experience using Estimating/Engineering software: HCSS Heavy Bid, AutoCAD, On Screen Takeoff or similar.
• Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years prior relevant experience.

Our Investment in you:

• We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance, and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life.
• As a Skanska community, our values ground us, and our diversity of experience propels us forward. No matter what your career stage, there’s a place for you to thrive here and partner with us in shaping how our world lives, moves, and connects.
• At Skanska, we Care for Life. And we’re committed to supporting your whole health and peace of mind through inclusive and personalized total rewards.
• Career Path Matrix- The Career Path Matrix is a tool for planning your career at Skanska. It brings both the functional/technical skills and leadership skills of your job together in a simple matrix.
• We’re committed to your success by developing you in your role and supporting your career growth.
• Compensation and financial well-being– Competitive base salary, excellent bonus program, 401k, & Employee ownership program.

Come work with us and join a winning team!

Apply Today for Immediate Consideration!

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