Estimator

Big-D Construction; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Medical & Dental Insurance

401k with Match

PTO & Holidays

Job summary

Big-D Construction in Ogden, UT is seeking a dynamic Estimator to join their construction team. This role involves defining work scopes, organizing estimates, and managing construction budgets. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in construction management or a related field and have 3-5 years of experience estimating commercial projects. A strong attention to detail and proficiency in Timberline are preferred. The company offers comprehensive benefits including free medical and dental insurance, a 401k match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience estimating commercial projects for a General Contractor.
• Proficient in organizing and assembling estimates.
• Understanding CPM Scheduling and construction budget.

Responsibilities

• Define work scope and select subcontractors.
• Communicate scheduling expectations with subcontractors.
• Present estimates to an owner.

Skills

Proficient in quantity takeoffs

Good time management skills

Excellent attention to detail

Developed relationships with subcontractors

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Timberline

Job description

Big-D is looking for a dynamic Estimator. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that is on a mission to be the most sought‑after company in the business. We seek and employ exceptional, hard‑working, lifelong learners; we give them the tools to succeed when we find them. We have a culture of growth and achievement powered by innovation, supported by purpose and joy.

Big-D Construction has an opportunity for an Estimator to join our team of construction professionals in Ogden, UT.

Some Key Responsibilities Include

• Defines work scope solicit and select subcontractors
• Proficient in quantity takeoffs
• Proficient in organizing and assembling estimates
• Successful in hard bidding projects, organize scopes of work
• Proficient in conceptual estimating through the CM Process (Program, Schematic, DD, CD, etc) working with architects and engineers in design, successful in managing the construction budget.
• Understands means and methods of construction. Know the different labor productivity rates of these items.
• Understands CPM Scheduling and can translate into construction budget.
• Clearly communicates with Subcontractors scheduling expectations.
• Knows unit costs of different construction materials and labor
• Knows overall SF cost of construction for different building types
• Knows typical/average system costs for multiple building types, i.e. foundations, substructure, superstructure, exterior skin, roofing, interiors, etc.
• Understands VE process and can lead a working session
• Has developed important relationships with subcontractors that helps in winning work
• Proficient in presenting estimates to an owner.
• Participates in forecast meetings and tracks budget vs. actual costs through construction

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or other related field
• 3‑5 years of experience estimating commercial projects for a General Contractor
• Good time management skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Timberline experience preferred

Benefits

• Free Medical & Dental Insurance even for Family plans
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution
• 401k with Match
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Benefits
• PTO & Holidays

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.