Junior Estimator - Raleigh, NC

VetJobs; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fred Smith Company is currently searching for a Junior Estimator in Raleigh, North Carolina. The successful candidate will have two-three years of experience estimating heavy highway or heavy civil work, and a four-year degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field is highly preferred.

This on-site role requires strong cost estimation skills, ability to read conceptual drawings, and knowledge of construction assemblies across project phases.

Qualifications

• Estimating self-performed projects which typically range from 5 million to 50 million dollars including pricing labor, equipment, and material costs
• Working knowledge of construction assemblies and all project phases
• Ability to produce detailed, accurate estimates from conceptual and schematic drawings
• Ability to assess site exposures/construction risks and be able to appropriately analyze cost and reflect these in an estimate
• Identify constructability issues through the estimating process
• Identify and propose value-engineering alternatives
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively and work cohesively within a team environment
• Working experience on HCSS software a plus
• Must be authorized to work in the USA
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a positive driving history

Skills

Estimating

Site risk

Value engineering

Communication

Teamwork

HCSS

USA work authorization

Driver's license

Education

High School/GED

Tools

HCSS software

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is “On-Site” at the location detailed in the job post.

Fred Smith Company is currently searching for a Junior Estimator. The successful candidate will have a two-three years previous experience estimating Heavy Highway or Heavy Civil work. This position is not an entry level role and demonstrable previous experience as a heavy civil estimator is preferred. A four-year degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or other related field is highly preferred.

Auto req ID

481299BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Job Requirements:
• Estimating self-performed projects which typically range from 5 million to 50 million dollars including pricing labor, equipment, and material costs
• Working knowledge of construction assemblies and all project phases
• Ability to produce detailed, accurate estimates from conceptual and schematic drawings
• Ability to assess site exposures/construction risks and be able to appropriately analyze cost and reflect these in an estimate
• Identify constructability issues through the estimating process
• Identify and propose value-engineering alternatives
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively and work cohesively within a team environment
• Working experience on HCSS software a plus
• Must be authorized to work in the USA
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a positive driving history

City*

Raleigh

State*

North Carolina

Job Category

Operations

Job Code

Construction1 Construction

Affiliate Sponsor

Fred Smith Company