Senior Construction Estimator & Project Manager

HK Contractors; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HK Contractors in Idaho Falls seeks an Estimator-Project Manager to project material, equipment, and labor needs for complex DOT and municipal construction. You will build project budgets and coordinate with the Estimating Manager to align with safety and company policies.

The role requires engineering background or equivalent, 3–7 years in construction estimating and management, and proficiency with estimating software, takeoff tools, and CAD.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or experience.
• Three to seven years of construction experience with DOT, Federal Highway and city and state municipalities.
• Three to seven years of construction estimating experience.
• Three to seven years experience with construction management.

Responsibilities

• Prepares detailed estimates by completing takeoff, using past cost history, and conferring with field personnel.
• Maintains files of working documents as a backup for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.
• Prepare detailed reports, and information packets and communicate all aspects of the bid to field personnel on bids that are awarded.
• May review design options and recommend the best solution based on cost, engineering quality of availability of materials.
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and the environment. Report any problems to the Estimating Manager, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager
• Minimum supervision provided when estimating items in own discipline.
• Independently estimate large-sized projects within $1 million to $25 million dollar range.
• Lead estimator on projects of $25 million dollars or greater with team.
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
• Regular and timely attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Decision making

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reading blueprints

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

B2W

Takeoff software

Estimating software

CADD

Job description

HK Contractors in Idaho Falls seeks an Estimator-Project Manager to project material, equipment, and labor needs for complex DOT and municipal construction. You will build project budgets and coordinate with the Estimating Manager to align with safety and company policies.

The role requires engineering background or equivalent, 3–7 years in construction estimating and management, and proficiency with estimating software, takeoff tools, and CAD.