SENIOR ESTIMATOR
Knife River Corporation · Bemidji, MN · 4 days ago
On-siteManagement$90k–$120k/yrFull-time
Duties and/or Responsibilities
- Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare accurate time, cost, labor, material, and equipment estimates for construction projects and services.
- Review historical data, vendor quotes, subcontractor pricing, and internal production data to determine project cost factors and risk considerations.
- Prepare detailed, itemized cost breakdowns and supporting documentation for use in bids and proposals.
- Consult with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams to clarify scope, assumptions, pricing, and technical requirements during the estimating process.
- Calculate earthwork take-offs and 2D hard surface take-offs.
- Cooky, navigation, legal, EEO, equal-opportunity, scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions.
- Cooky, navigation, legal, EEO, equal-opportunity, scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions.
- Cooky, navigation, legal, EEO, equal-opportunity, scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong analytical and mathematical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
- Able to perform precise quantity takeoffs from drawings and specifications.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for preparing bids, clarifying scope, and collaborating with stakeholders.
- Time management and prioritization skills to meet tight bid deadlines while managing multiple estimates.
- Proficiency in estimating software, spreadsheets, and databases to organize and analyze cost data.
- Ability to interpret incomplete or conceptual design documents and make reasonable pricing assumptions.
Minimum Requirements
- Seven (7) or more years of experience as an Estimator in road construction / civil projects or very closely related.
- Bachelor’s degree in estimation related field or equivalent estimating/construction experience required.
- A hands-on, results-oriented approach is essential.
- Military, intern, and/or co-op experience preferred.
- Capability to work both indoors and outdoors and function effectively in a team environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required.
- Experience with HCSS or similar estimating software preferred.
- Ability to hold and maintain proper licensure and acceptable driving record.
- Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime, possible nights and some Saturdays.