Estimator

PCL; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Life, AD&D and disability insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

PCL Construction, Inc. – Civil West is seeking an Estimator to contribute to cost estimating and bid success on our projects in Tempe, AZ. You will lead small-to-medium estimates, review bid documents, and conduct detailed analyses of contract documents to define project requirements.

You will complete quantity takeoffs, support the lead estimator with tender forms, RFIs, and pursuit planning. You will identify risks, maintain bid documentation, and mentor a small team while cultivating strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in related discipline or trade experience or equivalent.
• 4 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating, and 6 months of on-site experience preferred.
• Successfully led pursuits valued up to $25 million across delivery methods.
• General construction knowledge; understands specs, drawings, materials, methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of bid preparation including quantity takeoff, subcontractor pricing, and bid-closing procedures.
• Understanding of compensation models, market conditions, and competitors.
• Familiar with hard bid, GMP, unit price, design-build, target prices and cost reimbursable.
• Ability to establish working relationships with stakeholders and solicit subtrade partners and suppliers.
• Working knowledge of estimating software and Microsoft Office; openness to new tech.

Responsibilities

• Leads small to medium estimates or components of large estimates and reviews bid documents.
• Analyzes contract documents and specifications to determine project requirements.
• Performs full quantity takeoffs of labor, equipment, and materials.
• Supports the estimate lead by filling tender forms and preparing information requests.
• Identifies risks related to site, schedule, and market conditions; notes opportunities.
• Maintains bid documents and archives for transfer to the project team.
• Performs bid-day assignments and supports other estimators to close scopes.
• Builds strong relationships with stakeholders including lead estimator and suppliers.
• Solicits competitive pricing from subtrade partners and suppliers.
• Establishes a critical path schedule for the estimate/pursuit.
• Leads a small team, mentoring indirect reports.

Skills

Cost estimating

Bid preparation

Quantity takeoffs

Stakeholder management

Subcontractor sourcing

Microsoft Office

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in related discipline

Tools

Estimating software

MS Office Suite

Job description

As an Estimator for PCL Construction, Inc. within Civil West, you will contribute to our construction projects by providing accurate cost estimates and ensuring bid success.

Here's how a Estimator for PCL Construction, Inc. within Civil West contributes to our team:

• Leads small to medium estimates or components of large estimates and reviews all associated bid documents.
• Conducts detailed analysis of contract documents and specifications to determine and validate overall project requirements.
• Ensures the completion of full quantity take-offs of all labor, equipment, and materials from project documents.
• Supports the estimate lead by populating tender forms, generating requests for information, anticipating proposal requirements, and assisting to establish a pursuit schedule.
• Recognizes risks related to project specific requirement, site, schedule and market conditions/constraints. Uses contract terms to identify risks and opportunities.
• Assists with bid document control by documenting, organizing, and archiving all information relating to the estimate for successful transfer to the project team.
• Performs bid-day assignments and supports other estimators to successfully close various scopes.
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with all stakeholders including lead estimator, lead bid runner, subtrade partners and suppliers.
• Solicits competitive pricing from subtrade partners and suppliers for pursuit support.
• Establishes a critical path schedule for the estimate/pursuit.
• Leads a small team including mentoring and coaching indirect reports.

Our offerings could include:

• Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
• Annual discretionary performance bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Industry-leading medical, dental and vision benefits
• Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
• Life, AD&D and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave and family care support
• HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportation
• Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
• Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
• Access to world-class training through PCL's College of Construction and professional development courses
• Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in related discipline or trade experience or equivalent.
• 4 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating, and 6 months of on-site experience is preferred.
• Successfully led pursuits valued at up to $25 million in various delivery methods.
• General construction knowledge; understands specifications, drawings, materials, and methods and procedures.
• Intermediate knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation; including quantity takeoff procedures and systems, subtrade partner procurement, pricing, interdepartmental functions, general expense philosophy and bid-closing procedures.
• Understanding of compensation models, market conditions, business trends, internal historical information, and competitors.
• Familiar with different delivery methods: hard bid, guaranteed maximum price (GMP), unit price, design-build, target prices, and cost reimbursable.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with stakeholders including the ability to solicit subtrade partners and suppliers.
• Working knowledge of estimating software, advanced skills using Microsoft Office Suite and a strong aptitude for adopting new technology.

At PCL Construction, Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences, identities and perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit, potential and the drive to make a difference, regardless of race, gender, age, ability or background.

We know everyone's needs are different, if you require accommodation during the application process, please contact [e-mail] and include the position and location of interest.