Concrete Estimator

About the role

Christman Building Innovation Group (CBIG) is a leading construction firm with projects across the Midwest, southeast, mid-Atlantic, and south. We're seeking a Concrete Estimator to join our dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates conceptual estimating proficiency in scope review, subcontractor knowledge, on-screen takeoff, and estimating software platforms.
• Surveys, quantifies materials, and produces assemblies from drawings.
• Prepares proposal letters, qualification, and clarification sheets.
• Reads and interprets technical documents like Geotechnical Reports and Due Care Plans.
• Manages supplier and subcontractor bid invitations for respective estimates.
• Contacts and follows up with subcontractors and suppliers for pricing input.
• Demonstrates knowledge of client relations and estimate presentations.
• Possesses great knowledge with regard to technical specifications and pricing levels.
• Reviews contract scopes and associated dollar figures.
• Aids in subcontractor recommendations and buyouts.
• Maintains deadlines and prioritizes multiple assignments.
• Collaborates with the bid team to prepare accurate bid proposals.
• Provides technical assistance to Project Managers in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc.
• Ensures timely and complete bid submission and management of all required bid submission requirements.
• Organizes and performs quantity take-offs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of work experience in construction or related fields.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience with Planswift and WinEst estimating software.
• Basic understanding of accounting and project management concepts.
• Deep understanding of research methodology, data analysis, and estimation metrics.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Skills

• Conceptual estimating proficiency.
• Subcontractor knowledge.
• On-screen takeoff and estimating software platforms.
• Technical document interpretation.
• Supplier/subcontractor bid management.
• Client relations and estimate presentations.
• Technical specifications and pricing levels.
• Contract scope and dollar figure review.
• Subcontractor recommendations and buyouts.
• Deadline management and task prioritization.
• Bid proposal preparation.
• Technical assistance in contract negotiations.
• Quantity take-offs.

Benefits

The Christman family of companies is committed to diversity and provides equal opportunity for all qualified candidates. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We strive to maintain a safe and inclusive environment for all employees.

Pay

Details about compensation will be provided during the interview process.

Schedule

Details about the work schedule will be provided during the interview process.

Christman is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We celebrate and respect differences in age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.