Junior Estimator, Heavy Civil - Bid & Takeoff Specialist

Southland Holdings; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Aggressive pay

Relocation assistance

Health/Dental/Vision/Life & 401K match

Paid holidays/vacation

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Southland Holdings is seeking a Junior Estimator to join our fast-growing team in Grapevine, TX. We are a multi-faceted industry leader among the world’s largest heavy civil construction firms.

The Heavy Civil Junior Construction Estimator will coordinate bid estimates, review drawings, perform takeoffs, and prepare disciplined estimates with cost factors. A Bachelor’s degree and 1+ year estimating experience are preferred, along with strong MS Office skills and a team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of estimating experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent combo.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in estimates.
• Ability to visualize the finished product from drawings.
• Familiarity with construction terminology and processes.
• Good math and numerical reasoning.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Team-oriented with initiative to learn new methods.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate estimating effort for bids/projects as assigned.
• Review specifications and drawings to determine scope and contents of estimate.
• Incorporate historical data into unit and man-hour figures.
• Prepare discipline estimates with takeoffs of scope of work.
• Consult with clients, vendors, or others to discuss estimates.
• Review design options and recommend cost-effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with project regulations and DBE requirements.
• Prepare bids and select vendors/subcontractors for cost effectiveness.

Skills

Attention to detail

Visualization from drawings

Communication skills

Team player

Math skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent combination of education/experience

Tools

Sage estimating

MS Project

Primavera

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

MS Office

Job description

Southland Holdings is seeking a Junior Estimator to join our fast-growing team in Grapevine, TX. We are a multi-faceted industry leader among the world’s largest heavy civil construction firms.

The Heavy Civil Junior Construction Estimator will coordinate bid estimates, review drawings, perform takeoffs, and prepare disciplined estimates with cost factors. A Bachelor’s degree and 1+ year estimating experience are preferred, along with strong MS Office skills and a team-oriented mindset.