Senior Estimator — Design/Build Construction

Rice Companies; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

Job summary

Rice Companies is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our Fargo, ND team. The role involves supporting all estimating functions, developing conceptual budgets, maintaining cost databases, and assisting with RFPs, hard bids, and related activities.

You will work closely with estimators and project managers in a design/build setting. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience in commercial construction, proficiency with Sage/Timberline estimating and On-Screen Takeoff, and strong

Qualifications

• Five (5) + years of relevant experience in design/build commercial construction.
• Experience with Sage/Timberline estimating and On-Screen takeoff tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with estimators, project managers, architects and others in a design/build team environment.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, owners, subcontractors, suppliers, and Rice Companies staff.
• Solicit bids from subcontractors, vendors and suppliers.
• Read and interpret plans and specifications to provide detailed estimates and backup.
• Use approved costing methods to present detailed estimates for project teams.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and oral communication

Analytical problem solving

Client interaction

Tools

Sage/Timberline estimating

On-Screen takeoff

Job description

Rice Companies is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our Fargo, ND team. The role involves supporting all estimating functions, developing conceptual budgets, maintaining cost databases, and assisting with RFPs, hard bids, and related activities.

You will work closely with estimators and project managers in a design/build setting. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience in commercial construction, proficiency with Sage/Timberline estimating and On-Screen Takeoff, and strong