Estimator - Federal Projects

Full-time, salaried position with full benefits and participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

About the role

We are seeking a self-motivated individual to join our growing Estimating Team. Candidates must have previous estimating experience, preferably in the water, wastewater, or industrial markets. Proven experience estimating heavy civil earthwork, cast-in-place concrete structures, underground yard piping, and/or above-grade process piping systems is required. Estimating experience with at-risk self-performing contracts is preferred over construction manager at-risk delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for water and wastewater treatment projects.
• Review project documents, plans, specifications, and addenda completely and accurately.
• Analyze and compile estimate data that impacts the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location, and other factors.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Develop and maintain business relationships with small businesses, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Provide input on value engineering.
• Provide conceptual estimates from limited information with assumptions and clarifications.
• Prepare contingency and risk analysis for the estimate and pre-review.
• Communicate estimate bid information to field operations at pre-construction meetings to ensure understanding of the scope of the job and critical means and methods of construction.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of estimating experience.
• Proficiency in interpreting construction drawings and understanding specifications.
• Ability to review take-off quantities to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates and review drawings, specifications, and proposed project site conditions.
• Motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills and experience working in collaborative environments.

Qualifications

Preferred but not required: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, business administration, or equivalent work experience.

Benefits

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums).
• Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay.
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting on your first day.
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match.
• Student loan resources.
• Weekly paychecks.
• Paid time off.
• 8 paid holidays.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions.
• Free life insurance and disability policy.
• Free access to healthcare coordinators.
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost.
• Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost.
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more.
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store.