Estimator II

Adolfson & Peterson Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 84,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Adolfson & Peterson Inc. is seeking an experienced Estimator II in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The role involves preparing detailed conceptual estimates and aiding in the bid process, with project scopes generally under $75 million.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of experience in construction. The role emphasizes safety and collaboration among project teams, along with extensive interaction with subcontractors and vendors.

Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k), and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of related experience or an Associate degree plus 7+ years of experience.
• Strong familiarity with project schedules for various types of facilities.
• Proficient in detailed estimate organization and take-off.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bids, conceptual cost models, budgets, and monitor field production.
• Quantify bid take-offs and complete pricing for scopes of work.
• Create and organize scope comparisons of subcontractor and vendor bids.

Skills

Construction management

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

Communication Skills

Subcontractor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or related field

6+ years of related experience

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Overview

Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP) is recruiting for an experienced Estimator II. Provide detailed conceptual estimates from pre‑construction schematic and design documents and detailed construction estimates from construction plans and specifications. Project scopes are generally less than $75million or for designated components on large, complex projects. Because safety is paramount to AP, all team members are responsible for working safely within our Incident and Injury Free culture.

Responsibilities

• Take personal responsibility for working safely within an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture.
• Prepare bids, conceptual cost models, and budgets; perform quantitative analyses of construction documents and project program requirements for projects assigned.
• Monitor field production to establish database pricing.
• Quantify bid take‑offs; complete pricing and quantify take‑offs for scopes of work and assigned bids.
• Review pricing and take‑offs prior to pre‑bids.
• Set up bid spreadsheets.
• Review plans and specs; assemble accurate general conditions costs.
• Prepare documents for bid day including owner bid documents, insurance/bonding, schedules, timeframes, etc.
• Create and organize scope comparisons of subcontractor and vendor bids; prepare backup documentation.
• Participate in the buyout process.
• Provide technical guidance on constructability, schedule, phasing, and staffing.
• Understand and apply constructability of project to the estimate format and costing.
• Discuss and establish bid strategies, concerns, and advantages.
• Collaborate with Senior Estimators to set goals in assigned area for percentage of award, accuracy of take‑offs, completeness of scopes, coverage, etc.
• Identify and recommend functional procedure and policy changes.
• Make recommendations about the selection of subcontractors upon notice of award.
• Manage subcontractor and supplier relationships; facilitate bids and presentations.
• Establish work scopes for subcontractors; define major or priority subcontractors and suppliers.
• Monitor coverage and solicit new subcontractors; develop existing subcontractor relationships.
• Solicit suppliers for bids.
• Build and facilitate collaborative team processes among project participants.
• Attend pre‑construction proposals.
• Provide team leadership for assigned project bid closings.
• Correspond with design teams and engineers during the bid process.
• Attend and participate in industry and subcontractor events.
• Coach, mentor, and train team members.
• Participate in activities to attract, develop, and retain team members.
• Provide input for staffing decisions.
• Provide leadership to create and nurture a collaborative environment and team member engagement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• History of experience and proven results.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or related field required.
• 6+ years of related experience or completion of an Associate degree and 7+ years of related experience.
• Experience and familiarity with the A/E/C industry preferred.
• Proficient in detailed estimate organization and take‑off, including being well versed in conceptual estimating/schematic estimating.
• General understanding of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the construction field.
• Strong familiarity with project schedules and durations for various types of facilities.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office including Excel and familiarity with estimating software.
• Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards.
• Strong analytical and logic skills with the ability to maintain a high degree of precision on detailed work.
• Developed skills (written, oral, and listening) to effectively communicate with diverse audiences.
• Ability to efficiently manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously under time constraints.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build successful and lasting relationships.

Estimated Pay

$84,000.00 – $136,000.00

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Adolfson & Peterson Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We employ a diverse workforce and provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.