Estimator II - Mission Critical

Ryan Companies US Inc; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 99,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Retirement and savings benefits

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance and wellness programs

Job summary

Ryan Companies US Inc is seeking an Estimator II to provide estimating management and support during the preconstruction process. This position entails working onsite 4 days a week in Minneapolis, Chicago, or Austin, focusing on detailed cost information creation and analysis.

The ideal candidate should have a 4-year degree or relevant experience, 6+ years in commercial construction, and strong skills in Microsoft Excel. Benefits include competitive salary, health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in commercial construction.
• Proficiency with CSI and Uniformat II work breakdown structures.
• Excellent listening and prioritizing communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and detailed estimates with project managers.
• Perform quantity take-offs of construction systems.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing for budgeting.

Skills

Commercial construction experience

Knowledge of construction methods

Strong Microsoft Excel skills

Ability to teach skills and knowledge

Education

4-year engineering, architectural, or management degree

Tools

OST

Bluebeam

VICO

Navisworks

Revit

Job description

Ryan Companies is hiring 2 Estimator II professionals! This role provides estimating management and support during the preconstruction process, focusing on the creation and analysis of detailed cost information. The position requires working onsite 4 days a week in Minneapolis, Chicago, or Austin offices.

Responsibilities

• Work with project managers to develop conceptual and detailed estimates.
• Perform quantity take‑offs of all construction systems.
• Create project estimates individually and with a team.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing for budgeting and bid proposals.
• Scope and select subcontractors based on best value and project requirements.
• Record final estimates and maintain cost history.
• Support the development, architectural, and construction team with preconstruction expertise including value design, costs, project schedule, procurement, and project pursuits.
• Train Cost Engineers and Project Management staff.
• Review and provide feedback on project estimates created by the project managers.
• Provide direction for understanding project scope, market pricing, and available resources.
• Assist clients and developers with conceptual budgets.
• Capable of cost modeling using Uniformat II system costs.

Qualifications

• 4‑year engineering, architectural, or management degree, or relevant experience.
• 6+ years commercial construction experience.
• Knowledge of construction methods and ability to read and understand project plans.
• Proficiency with CSI and Uniformat II work breakdown structures and quantity take‑offs.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Working knowledge of OST, Bluebeam, VICO, Navisworks, and Revit is a plus.
• Knowledge of design‑build, CM at Risk, and best‑value processes.
• Ability to teach skills and knowledge to others.
• Excellent listening, prioritizing, and value‑respecting communication.

Compensation

The annual salary range is $99,000–$120,000 per year, with base salary varying within this range based on location and the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Eligibility

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Retirement and savings benefits.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Life Insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Educational assistance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Employee Assistance and wellness programs.
• Parenting benefits.
• Employee discount programs.
• Pet insurance.
• Ryan Foundation charitable matching funds.
• Paid time for volunteer events.

EEO and Reasonable Accommodation

Ryan Companies is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis.