If you love digging into plans, but also want to grow in your expertise in other areas of preconstruction, Petticoat-Schmitt is the place to be.
As a Junior Estimator at Petticoat-Schmitt, you are a valued part of our preconstruction team. At our company meetings, you’ll see the results of your bids as they turn into successful projects and how they impact our company’s financials.
You will be interacting with our operations team on a regular basis. There will also be occasional opportunities to expand your skills by supporting the preconstruction team with things like procurement, purchasing, or helping operations with a schedule or budget.
You will have the opportunity to work somewhere where you can make a significant contribution that creates opportunities for the entire company. What you and your team BID and WIN, we can then go BUILD.
At Petticoat-Schmitt, we work together to build life-changing infrastructure. Our focus on professionalism, communication, safety, and timeliness has made Petticoat-Schmitt the Southeast's most respected civil contractor. If you’d be proud to be a part of a team that takes care of each other and works hard to deliver, then our company is a great fit for you.
Our work includes construction services for public works, water resources, wastewater treatment plants (WWTP), and site development. If you have expertise in estimating, experience working in the heavy civil construction industry, and want to take your career to the next level, this role will be a great fit.
As a Junior Estimator, you will join the team reporting directly to our Director of Preconstruction and Estimating.
Your Responsibilities As a Junior EstimatorThe Junior Estimator will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely quantity take-offs for site development, underground utility, and roadway projects.

• Ability to effectively utilize computer software for quantity take-offs and estimate preparation (AGTEK, AutoCAD, HCSS Heavy Bid, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office).
• Assist the estimating and project management departments with the preparation of project proposals, change orders, etc.
• Prepare exhibits and drawings as needed to include proposals for backup and clarification of bid quantities.
• Responsible for all aspects of producing a quality estimate, including clearly defined cost, risk, and price in conjunction with bid documents.
• Participate in all aspects of estimating, including pre-construction activities and producing public or private bid estimates and pricing.
• Identify quality bidding opportunities and assist in setting bidding priorities through analysis of RFPs and market research.
• Review project drawings, documents, and specifications to determine project scope, conditions, and production levels/rates.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and visit project locations as needed.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs and solicit all required vendors.
• Define anticipated project durations.
• Analyze geotechnical data and incorporate it into an estimate.
• Identify general conditions, labor, equipment, and material requirements and costs.
• Present estimate for final review with detailed project approach narrative.

Here’s How You Will Measure Your Success

• You meet success goals for volume and quantity of estimates.
• You take pride in ensuring a high level of accuracy and compliance.
• You are obsessed with details, highly organized, and efficient with your communication and how you prioritize.
• You thoroughly understand the complexities of each project and think strategically about how to build the best bid and have the confidence to explain it to others in detail.
• You always follow the process to make sure nothing gets missed and all standards are met.
• You know how to efficiently and effectively communicate with customers, vendors, and subcontractors to get the information you need and to maintain collaborative relationships.
• Even when under pressure from last-minute time demands the day of the bid, you work well and maintain a high level of accuracy.
• You pursue required training and regular personal development learning opportunities.

We take our people and our culture seriously. You’ll love it here if you:

• Value accountability to put safety first, prefer clearly communicated expectations, enjoy executing a plan, and take ownership of solving problems.
• Operate with integrity, honor commitments, are always trustworthy, and practice humility - no jerks allowed!
• Work as a team, share the same vision to meet goals, want to grow as an individual, are willing to help others succeed, and are determined to do your best for the team.

Skills and Experience Needed for the Junior Estimator at Petticoat-Schmitt:

• 1 year preferred of estimating, AutoCAD or drafting experience, preferably in construction, project or construction management; transportation, engineering, or technology industries preferred.
• An Associate Degree in CAD, drafting, or Civil Engineering or relevant work experience.
• Past experience working with FDOT design, standards, plans, and drawings is a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities, work and communicate effectively in a team environment and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in the use of computers and software applications; ability to utilize database applications to pull reports.
• Basic mathematical ability to be able to translate dimensions in blueprint drawings into AutoCAD.
• Basic knowledge of all federal, state, and local codes and ordinances pertinent to facilities planning, design, construction, and maintenance.

Details About The OpportunityPetticoat-Schmitt offers an exciting and challenging work environment, competitive salaries, and benefits. If you join our team, you can look forward to:

• $50,000 to $60,000 Annual Salary (depending on experience)
• Company Performance Incentive (“Win the Year”)
• After meeting minimum performance standards, 30% of the company’s profits are shared among the team members.
• Safety Bonus
• Every team member gets a safety bonus each month when the company goes without a recordable incident.
• 12 Days Paid Time Off
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Health insurance - 90% of premiums paid for team members.
• Dental, Vision, short/long term life insurance
• $15,000 employer-paid life insurance
• 401(K) with 100% match on 4% of wage contributions

When you contribute as part of the team to achieve success at Petticoat-Schmitt, you’ll be recognized and rewarded!
If you are excited about creating opportunities that positively impact the entire company and all of its employees and are ready to join and be part of our amazing team, apply today!