Senior Estimator: Lead Budgets, Bids & Mentorship

Southland Industries

Las Vegas (NV)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match (no cap

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Term life, AD&D insurance

Disability income protection

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal

Training/professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare budgets, conceptual and detailed estimates for large-scale projects. You will analyze drawings, perform material take-offs, price units, and work with leadership to finalize bids for review.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in estimating, strong cost data interpretation, superb Excel/Word skills, and the ability to mentor junior estimators. This on-site Las Vegas role offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred, or trade school or equivalent combination of technical training and or related experience
Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience, including managing people
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical skills
Strong ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems
Strong ability to read and understand specifications and drawings
Strong knowledge of construction costs and principles
Strong ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and prorations to practical situations
Ability to translate concepts and information into images; applies design principles
Strong drafting skills
Strong Excel and Word skills
Strong knowledge of Quick Pen Auto Bid Mechanical and Sheet Metal Estimating software

Responsibilities

Prepares preliminary budgets, conceptual estimates and detail estimates generally for medium-size to larger projects.
Analyzes drawings and uses applicable software to perform material take-offs for detailed estimates and provides unit cost pricing.
Performs more complex red-lining of documents.
Partners with Lead Estimator or Chief Estimator to finalize Field Estimate and Bid (FEB). Presents bids to Project Executives and Project Managers.
Generates reports and interprets them for Project Review. Transfers information in to final review format and builds FEB for review.
Participates in client interview meetings to discuss project.
Stays current with best practices and shares information with team as necessary.
Trains and mentors less-experienced Estimators.