Senior Construction Estimator

Met-Con Companies, Inc.; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k Matching

Short-term disability

Life Insurance

Vacation & Holiday Pay

HSA

Dental

Job summary

Met-Con Companies, Inc. is seeking a Lead Estimator to support the project team in construction estimating and project management. The role involves estimating project costs, evaluating specifications, and collaborating with project managers and superintendents to ensure successful project execution.

This position offers a benefits package including health insurance, 401k matching, and more. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in construction management, at least 3 years of experience, and a desire for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working on commercial construction projects.
• Self-motivated individual with a drive to learn and grow within the company.

Responsibilities

• Estimate for projects, utilizing company bid invitation software.
• Assist in the coordination of administrative elements of projects.
• Provide accurate information for project costing reports.
• Assist Project Managers with all phases of construction.

Skills

Construction estimating

Project management

Software use (Procore)

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in construction management or related degree

Job description

Job Summary

Met‑Con has an opportunity for a Lead Estimator. The position would be responsible for supporting the project team in performing the technical aspects of construction estimating and assist with project management.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Estimating:
  • Estimate for projects, including utilizing company bid invitation software.
  • Evaluate the scope of project work, review project specifications, drawings, and attend pre‑bid meetings.
  • As assigned develop pricing quotations/bids for customers relating to their projects that need to be designed and/or plans formulated (i.e. negotiated type work and smaller projects).
• Project Management Support
  • Assist in the coordination of administrative elements of projects and work with the General Superintendent and Job Superintendent to understand the project schedules.
  • Assists supplier and sub‑contractor bid scope reviews and contract award.
  • Assists with weekly work with the Job Superintendent to provide accurate information for the Project so that the weekly % complete and costing report can be completed.
  • Assist in the creation of project schedules so they can be developed, maintained, and published.
  • Attend your assigned projects startup, midpoint, and close‑out meetings.
  • Assist Project Managers with all phases of construction from contact award, project submittals, maintaining current project documentation through project closeouts. Utilize Procore Project Management Software.

Position Report to

V.P. of Construction Operations

Hours

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Short‑term disability
• Life Insurance
• Vacation & Holiday Pay
• HSA
• Dental

Salary

$90,000+ (Depending on experience)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in construction management or related degree.
• 3+ years’ experience working on commercial construction projects.
• Seeking a self‑motivated individual with a drive to learn and grow within the company.