Project Estimator - Great Falls

Make Choteau Home; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Dental and vision insurance

HSA and 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. You will review plans, perform quantity takeoffs, coordinate subcontractor pricing, and support Project Managers through bidding.

Occasional travel to project sites is required. Ideal candidates hold a relevant degree, have 5+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil or commercial construction, and are proficient with estimating software and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Civil/Construction Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years estimating experience in heavy civil or commercial construction.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specs, and contract docs.
• Experience performing quantity takeoffs and developing cost estimates.
• Knowledge of construction means, methods, materials, and production rates.
• Experience soliciting and evaluating subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Proficiency with estimating software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Maintain bid lists and track current and future projects.
• Gather information for estimates and calculate quantities with the PM.
• Study plans and specs to understand estimating assumptions and methods.
• Request subcontractor quotes and obtain bidders lists.
• Include safety costs in bids (trench boxes, confined spaces, safety meetings).

Skills

Quantity takeoffs

Estimating software

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Construction Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary:

The Project Estimator is responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates for commercial construction projects. This position 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.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of estimating experience in heavy civil or commercial construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience performing quantity takeoffs and developing accurate cost estimates.
• Knowledge of construction means, methods, materials, and production rates.
• Experience soliciting and evaluating subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Proficiency with estimating software, Microsoft Office, and other construction-related applications.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains current and future project bid lists: Maintains estimating log of current bidding projects and future/potential projects. Assists in looking at WEB pages, newspapers, and other publications for future/potential projects. Obtains plans from owner/engineering firms.
• Collects information for the estimate: Reviews site with Project Manager to note potential risks. Assists in calculating job quantities.
• Studies and understands plans and specifications, including estimating assumptions, production rates, and methods of construction. Assists in requesting subcontractor quotes. Obtains bidders list.
• Makes safety a key factor in bidding by including costs of trench boxes, confined space detection, safety meetings, etc., and other project safety needs.

Non-Essential Job Functions

• May perform other duties as needed.

Physical Demand Qualifications

The job of Project Estimator is aLight Dutyjob, according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles, U.S. Department of Labor and Industry.Light Dutyinvolves exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects.

Benefits

Dick Anderson Construction offers competitive pay and an outstanding benefits package, including100% employer-paid health insurance for employees and their families.

Additional benefits include:

• 401(k) with profit sharing
• Dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off and vacation
• Referral program
• Retirement plan options

Compensation is based on experience.

Dick Anderson Construction is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.