What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Estimator position at Shaw Construction?
Why Work at Shaw?From the day you are hired, we support you in your career - providing new opportunities and allowing you to focus on the unique skills and value you bring to the company. As a member of the Shaw Team, you will stand out as a world-class construction professional. While we take our work seriously, we promote a fun, safe, supportive, and encouraging work environment. We also encourage work/life balance and community involvement for all of our employees.At Shaw, we believe diversity is what makes us unique as a company. Each individual we hire brings something different to the buildings and the relationships we build. We strive daily to create an environment where our employees feel supported and welcomed in both our company and the construction industry. We welcome new ideas, skills, passions, cultures, and backgrounds to create an even stronger Shaw culture. That’s why in 2024, The Denver Post named Shaw to the “Top Work Place” list for the fourth time. #WeAreShaw means more than just working at Shaw, it represents the diversity, safety culture and community of Shaw.Job Summary: Provide estimating services during preconstruction from projects $20M . Supports the preconstruction managers, senior estimators, or project managers as assigned on all types of building contracts.Job Description:Gather, calculate, and compile data and information from quantity surveys, plans and specifications to use in preparing an overall estimate or portion of an estimate under general supervisionReview project specifications, drawings, attend pre-con meetings, to understand scope of work and required contents of estimateResponsible for advanced quantity surveys and quantification of select subcontractor tradesPrepare scopes of work with suppliers and subcontractors for review by pre-construction or project managersReview and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity reports, etc., into unit and man-hour figuresAnalyze and post subcontractor quotesMaintain Budget Status logAnalyze value engineeringCollect and prepare historical cost analysisFoster positive internal relationships with project teams safety, operations, and accountingDevelop and maintain positive relationships with owner, architect, subcontractors, and suppliersAttend meetings as directed with architect and/or owner to gather and disseminate information regarding projectsEducation/Experience:A Bachelor degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or similar major is requiredMinimum of three years of vertical building and/or estimating experience. Previous field experience essential to the positionKnowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions and trade practicesExcellent oral and written skills requiredExcellent computer skills, knowledge of CostOS, On-Screen Take-off, and familiarity with Microsoft office suite programsKnowledge of Asta (scheduling software)Compensation:Pay Type: SalaryPay Range: $85,000 to $100,000 per year, based on qualifications and experience.Other Compensation: Bonus commensurate with individual performance, company performance, and experience.Benefits:Paid Time OffPaid Holidays401(k) Plan with Company MatchMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceWellness ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramHealth Savings Account (HSA) with Company contributionFlexible Spending Account (FSA) OptionsLife and AD&D Insurance (company paid) and Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance (employee paid)Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)Short-term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance (employee paid)
Salary : $85,000 - $100,000