What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Big-D Construction?
Big-D is looking for a dynamic Estimator. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that is on a mission to be the most sought-after company in the business. We seek and employ exceptional, hard-working, lifetime learners; we give them the tools to succeed when we find them. We have a culture of growth and achievement powered by innovation, supported by purpose and joy.
Big-D Construction has an opportunity for an Estimator to join our team of construction professionals in Ogden, UT.
Some key responsibilities include:
- Defines work scope solicit and select subcontractors
- Proficient in quantity takeoffs
- Proficient in organizing and assembling estimates
- Successful in hard bidding projects, organize scopes of work
- Proficient in conceptual estimating through the CM Process (Program, Schematic, DD, CD, etc) working with architects and engineers in design, successful in managing the construction budget.
- Understands means and methods of construction. Know the different labor productivity rates of these items.
- Understands CPM Scheduling and can translate into construction budget.
- Clearly communicates with Subcontractors scheduling expectations.
- Knows unit costs of different construction materials and labor
- Knows overall SF cost of construction for different building types
- Knows typical/average system costs for multiple building types, i.e. foundations, substructure, superstructure, exterior skin, roofing, interiors, etc.
- Understands VE process and can lead a working session
- Has developed important relationships with subcontractors that helps in winning work
- Proficient in presenting estimates to an owner.
- Participates in forecast meetings and tracks budget vs. actual costs through construction
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management or other related field
- 3-5 years of experience estimating commercial projects for a General Contractor
- Good time management skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Timberline experience preferred
Benefits
- Free Medical & Dental Insurance even for Family plans
- HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution
- 401k with Match
- Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Supplemental Benefits
- PTO & Holidays
Additional Job Information
Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Big-D Construction. #LI-Onsite