Lead Project Estimator - Commercial Construction

Dick Anderson Construction; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (employer-paid for员工及

401(k) with profit sharing

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off and vacation

Referral program

Retirement plan options

Job summary

Dick Anderson Construction is seeking a Project Estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial construction projects. This role reviews plans and specifications, performs quantity takeoffs, coordinates subcontractor pricing, and works closely with Project Managers throughout the bidding process.

Occasional travel to project sites is required. On-site responsibilities include maintaining bid lists, collecting estimate data, and ensuring safety costs are included in bids while meeting

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain bid lists and estimating logs for current and future projects.
• Collect information for estimates by reviewing site conditions with Project Manager and calculating quantities.
• Study plans and specs, obtain subcontractor quotes, and manage bidders lists.
• Include project safety costs (e.g., trench boxes, safety meetings) in bids.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mathematical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Construction Eng/Management or related

Equivalent experience

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dick Anderson Construction is seeking a Project Estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial construction projects. This role reviews plans and specifications, performs quantity takeoffs, coordinates subcontractor pricing, and works closely with Project Managers throughout the bidding process.

Occasional travel to project sites is required. On-site responsibilities include maintaining bid lists, collecting estimate data, and ensuring safety costs are included in bids while meeting