Estimator

Robert A. Bothman Construction; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Competitive salary

Job summary

Robert A. Bothman Construction is seeking an experienced Estimator to drive cost estimates during the selling phase for diverse construction activities.

The role requires strong plan comprehension, the ability to work under pressure, and a background in civil trades and pre-construction budgeting. The successful candidate will develop bid strategies, delegate estimation tasks, and coordinate with project management and staff to ensure timely, accurate estimates for private and public projects.

Qualifications

• Strong plan comprehension and analysis skills are required.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines is essential.
• Driver’s license is required for site visits and supplier meetings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive review of contract documents for designated project estimates.
• Develop pre-construction budgeting and set up project templates.
• Lead bid strategy development and coordinate with staff for estimates.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing and perform quantity take-offs for trades.

Skills

Plan comprehension & analysis

Work under pressure

Driver’s License

Education

BS or BA in Civil Engineering / Architecture / Construction Management

Tools

Excel

Word

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Outlook

Bluebeam

Job description

Join our team and experience all that Robert A. Bothman Construction has to offer!

It's fun to work at a company where people take pride and truly believe in what they're doing. At Bothman, we're committed to bringing passion and superior customer focus to all our innovative construction projects. Although we work hard and take our work seriously, we care deeply about our employees and like to have a good time, too. In fact, our core principle is Quality People and Quality Projects TM. These are a few of the projects that define what we do best: PayPal Stadium (home to the San Jose Earthquakes), the Mountain Winery in Saratoga, San Jose State University Event Center, Cupertino City Center Park, the Haunted House at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and the Guadalupe River Park, to name a few. If a career at Bothman Construction sounds interesting to you, please read on!

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to support the company's established revenue goals by leading cost estimate efforts during the selling phase for the various construction activities the company performs.

Responsibilities:

General responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform a complete review of contract documents for designated project estimates.
• Develop and/or assist in pre-construction budgeting.
• Set up spreadsheet template for designated projects.
• Develop and execute project specific bid strategy.
• Delegate estimating tasks to various staff members.
• Develop trade list and subcontractor solicitation list.
• Perform and/or delegate quantity take-offs on various selected trade work (private and public works projects).
• Produce and gather from staff applicable questions regarding plans and specifications and send them to the owner for clarification.
• Solicit material and subcontractor pricing.
• Determine equipment needs and solicit pricing.
• Calculate labor estimates and determine applicable in-house trade labor rates.
• Analyze material, equipment, and subcontractor quotes prior to bid.
• Consistently deliver accurate and timely estimates.
• Hold in-house pre-bid meetings prior to large public bids and delegate bid day duties.
• Assist with submitting bid protests if needed.
• Follow up with subcontractors regarding results as necessary.
• Prepare and send bid proposals for various private projects.
• Attend and help coordinate in-house pre-construction meetings with project management, production, and appropriate estimating staff.
• Assist with initial project set-up with the project manager; interact with project management throughout the life of projects pertaining to specific task calculation and unforeseen project developments.
• Attend owner pre-bid meetings, post-construction meetings, seminars, and training programs.
• Assist with updating material and subcontractor sources.
• Develop and maintain effective communications with all customers and manufacturer-suppliers.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS or BA degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management.
• Minimum eight years of experience as an Estimator in hard bid cost estimating, pre-construction budgeting, constructability analysis, and value engineering.
• Civil trades background, including earthwork, underground utility, various pavements, site concrete, and structural concrete.
• Strong plan comprehension & analysis skills.
• History of successful project procurement in both public and private works
• Computer literate in Excel, Word, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Outlook, and Bluebeam.
• Experience using both manual take-off methods and electronic take-off tools.
• Ability to read and analyze construction plans and specifications.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License.

We offer excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401K, and a competitive salary. E.O.E.

About Bothman Construction

Robert A. Bothman provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Robert A. Bothman complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings.

Robert A. Bothman Construction is a full-service, family-owned construction and general engineering company with offices in California and Hawaii. Founded in1978, we are a recognized industry leader offering a full complement of pre- construction and construction services for public, commercial, industrial, and privately owned projects. Our expertise covers a wide range of construction and general engineering specialties, including: Sports & Recreational Facilities, Educational Facilities, Site Development & Heavy Engineering, Structural & Architectural Concrete, Solar & Renewable Energy, Stormwater Management, and RABcrete TM Pervious Concrete. We believe in providing exceptional value and service to all of our clients and believe that dedication and hard work is the key to unlocking our continued growth and success.

Our headquarters are located in Santa Clara, California.