Senior Project Estimator - Commercial Construction

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

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.