Estimator II

Granite Construction; Friant (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays and sick leave

Job summary

Granite Construction is seeking an estimator to develop accurate proposals for private and public works. You will review drawings, specifications, and site conditions, and coordinate with field teams to ensure complete bid packages.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years estimating experience, proficiency with MS Office, AGTEK Take-off, and Primavera scheduling, plus knowledge of civil/constructi on principles and UDBE requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent related work experience.
• 2+ years estimating experience; prior Project Engineer and take-off experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with AGTEK Take-off and Primavera Scheduling software.
• Working knowledge of Estimating software and civil/construction principles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; familiarity with UDBE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate and timely proposals and estimates for private and public sector projects to keep Granite a responsive bidder.
• Analyze take-off quantities and reference drawings/specifications with field input to finalize estimates.
• Assess labor, material, equipment costs and location factors to ensure quality estimates.
• Analyze alternative methods to improve bid competitiveness and reduce risk.
• Present bid information to Senior/Chief Estimator and management for review.
• Communicate bidding strategies and risks to field operations at pre-construction meetings.

Skills

MS Office

AGTEK Take-off

Primavera Scheduling

Estimating software

Interpersonal communication

UDBE requirements knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent related work experience

Tools

MS Office suite

AGTEK Take-off

Primavera Scheduling

Job description

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do... Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century-old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.

General Summary

This position is responsible for developing accurate and timely proposals and estimates for both private and public sector works projects to ensure Granite is a responsive bidder.

Essential Job Accountabilities

• Comprehend and administer a safety program that provides for a safe work environment that meets or exceeds Granite’s Annual Incident Goal, and foster a culture that expects participation at all levels


• Create and promote, in his/her organization, the ability to recognize and understand the appropriate environmental policies, rules, and the potential adverse affects to the environment due to operations, and take steps necessary to comply with policy/rules, and mitigate the effects of operations


• Create and/or foster a quality culture that recognizes the affect of quality on all operations, and takes steps necessary to provide a product or service that is a source of pride for our workers, and pleasing to our customers


• Analyze and compile estimate data that impact the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location and other factors to ensure a high quality and timely estimate.


• Review drawings, specifications and proposed project site conditions; record findings and solicit input from field operations to include in final project estimate.


• Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase competitiveness of the bid.


• Review “take-off” quantities to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates.


• Utilize existing cost history as a check to complete estimate.


• Apply mathematical calculations requiring advanced analytical processes to ensure logically estimated costs are accurate.


• Analyze and communicate bidding risks, strategies and present estimate/bid to Senior/Chief Estimator for review to ensure accuracy and completeness.


• Participate in estimate and bid reviews with Senior/Chief Estimator and Management to develop estimating skills.


• Analyze competition and communicate with owners, subcontractors, public and private entities to ensure competitiveness.


• Communicate estimate bid information to field operations at pre-construction meetings to ensure understanding of scope of job.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent related work experience.

Work Experience

2+ years estimating experience Prior Project Engineer and take-off experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), AGTEK Take-off and Primavera Scheduling software.


• Working knowledge of Estimating software.


• Working knowledge of civil engineering principles


• Working knowledge of construction principles


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills


• Working knowledge of agency (U)DBE requirements

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Subject to outside working conditions. At times will be working around large construction equipment, must be safety conscience.

Additional Requirements/Skills

• Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.


• Team player


• Ability and willingness to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis


• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive

Our Benefits at a Glance

Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace. That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.

Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately. Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.

Base Salary Range

$91,944.00 - $137,916.00 Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.

About Granite Construction Incorporated

Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

Our Employees Reflect Our Core Values

At Granite, our employees reflect our core values: Safety, Integrity, Excellence, Inclusion, and Sustainability and we are continuously looking for individuals who possess a winning attitude and share our Core Values.

In exchange, we help you build a career that no other company can duplicate. You will be part of a learning culture, where teamwork and collaboration are encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is respected and valued.

Add our award-winning safety program, ethics, reputation, and commitment to continuous improvement and you’ll see that we are building more than infrastructure—together, we are building your future.