Estimator Assistant — Bid & Cost Analysis

Construction Procurement Solutions, LLC; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer +

Life & AD&D Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Layton Construction is seeking an Associate Estimator to prepare estimates for diverse projects in Utah. You will collaborate with project teams to ensure cost accuracy across hard-bid, design-build, and conceptual estimating and assist others with estimating tasks.

You will read plans, perform quantity take-offs, solicit subcontractor bids, and prepare bid formats and schedules. Strong communication and software skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management or equivalent education and experience.
• Preferred knowledge of Destini Estimator, BlueBeam, Assemble, and other latest software.
• Preferred knowledge of On Screen Take-off.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressure.
• Basic understanding of construction practices and methods.
• Familiarity with Revit and Primavera is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates using hard-bid, design-build and conceptual estimating.
• Read and understand contract documents (plans, specs, addenda).
• Perform quantity take-offs and price information organization.
• Solicit bids and quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Communicate pricing info with subs and suppliers.
• Prepare estimate formats for general conditions, bidding, takeoffs and bid analysis.
• Assist with bid submittal preparation.
• Prepare outline schedules for proposed projects.
• Assist staff on special estimating projects.

Skills

Estimating

Bid coordination

Communication

Deadline management

Contract reading

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management or equivalent

Tools

Destini Estimator

BlueBeam

Assemble

On Screen Take-off

Revit

Primavera

Microsoft Office

Job description

Layton Construction is seeking an Associate Estimator to prepare estimates for diverse projects in Utah. You will collaborate with project teams to ensure cost accuracy across hard-bid, design-build, and conceptual estimating and assist others with estimating tasks.

You will read plans, perform quantity take-offs, solicit subcontractor bids, and prepare bid formats and schedules. Strong communication and software skills are essential for success.