Estimator

Guy F. Atkinson Construction, LLC; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Guy F. Atkinson Construction, LLC is seeking an experienced Estimator to support our operations teams. The Estimating/Preconstruction Department prepares budgets and bids for all projects, ensuring high standards of professionalism.

Qualified candidates should have 4+ years in engineering or estimating, familiarity with HCSS Estimating software, and a degree in engineering or construction management. The role involves analyzing project specifications and leading contractor meetings.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in engineering, estimating, or construction management.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings and prepare time, cost, and labor estimates.
• Lead meetings with subcontractors to develop complete scopes.
• Monitor estimated costs against actual costs.

Skills

Engineering experience

Estimating experience

Construction management

HCSS Estimating software

Heavy Bid

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in engineering or construction management

Tools

HCSS Estimating

Heavy Bid

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Overview

Atkinson is seeking an experienced Estimator to support our operations teams. The Estimating/Preconstruction Department is responsible for preparing budgets and bids for all Atkinson projects, and for continuous preconstruction on awarded projects that are in the development phase.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of professionalism and ethical behavior when representing the Company
• Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects under various delivery methods
• Lead or perform portions of estimates for multi-discipline projects, including understanding the scope and performing accurate quantity surveys
• Solicit subcontractor and/or vendor quotes and evaluate them for scope and qualifications
• Lead meetings with subcontractors to develop complete scopes and discuss strategy
• Perform risk and contract management responsibilities as required on bids
• Assist in developing a strategy to achieve minority participation requirements
• Review the total estimate to ensure accuracy and completeness before formal quotation
• Monitor comparison of estimated costs to actual costs
• Research and promote continuous improvement in developing more efficient estimating methods

Qualifications

• 4+ years of engineering, estimating, construction management, general management, or field engineering experience in the heavy civil field
• HCSS Estimating software experience
• Demonstrated ability to either lead or be a part of a team for multiple projects and pursuits at any given time
• Experience in the following software programs: Heavy Bid, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD (preferred)
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask
• Detail-oriented, technically sound, and good communication skills
• Familiar with conceptual, detailed, and self-perform estimating
• Field experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management, or a related degree
• Alignment to our Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction and executes

Physical Requirements

Given that a good portion of your day will be spent at a desk, you should be comfortable with prolonged periods of focused work, whether it's collaborating with colleagues, analyzing data, or developing strategies. The role demands effective communication and sharp visual acuity for reviewing complex documents and performing detailed computer work. You will also be expected to move actively throughout the office and travel occasionally to various locations, including dynamic construction sites. The ability to lift and move objects up to 10pounds regularly, and up to 25pounds on occasion, is required.

Authorization to Work

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis in order to be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.