What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator 2 position at Sully-Miller Contracting Co.?
Sully-Miller Contracting Co., the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout Southern California, is a company with over 100 years in the construction industry. Since 1923, Sully-Miller has become one of the premier construction contractors in Southern California, building much of the region’s infrastructure including airports, seaports, rail and intermodal, military/federal, roads, highways, and specialty projects. To learn more about Sully-Miller Contracting Co. visit www.sully-miller.com.
The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.
Compensation
$125,000 - $150,000 Annually
Job Summary
The Estimator 2 will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing project plans and specifications for special requirements and conditions in order to produce a complete estimate for assigned projects. It is expected that this will be done in close coordination with operations and senior estimating team members.
Main Responsibilities
The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.
Compensation
$125,000 - $150,000 Annually
Job Summary
The Estimator 2 will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing project plans and specifications for special requirements and conditions in order to produce a complete estimate for assigned projects. It is expected that this will be done in close coordination with operations and senior estimating team members.
Main Responsibilities
- Ability to close out bid with support for senior team members
- Ability to level subcontractor quotes for bid selection
- Ability to prepare detailed accurate estimates
- Determine method of construction to be used and accurately estimate required labor, equipment, and materials to construct project
- Perform detailed takeoff for earthwork and structures (per specialization, if applicable)
- Review and incorporate historical data into unit and manhour figures
- Set up budgets, code subcontracts, and help the admin team prepare PO’s
- Work with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain accurate bid cost
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or Construction technology or an equivalent combination
- Minimum of 5 years previous experience in estimating cost control and/or engineering related experience
- Clear driving record
- Ability to comprehend project plans and specifications
- Ability to multitask efficiently and effectively and be flexible
- Ability to prepare detailed, accurate estimates
- Ability to work independently and as a team
- Ability to work under pressure and meet short deadlines and process projects quickly
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Must be a self-starter and self-directed
- Must be able to lead estimating teams
- Must rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
- Proficient in Word, Excel, JD Edwards, Heavy Bid/Heaving Job estimating software
- Proven ability to maintain and develop clients
- Strong tendency to take initiative
- Ability to utilize hands and fingers in order to type and carry reports should the need require
- Ability to stand, walk, and reach with arms and hands throughout the workday should the need arise
- Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch should the need arise
- Ability to sit for a long period of time, possibly more than 90% of the workday
- Ability to see clearly or with assistance via necessary correction
- to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
- complete any part of the application process
- access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying
Salary : $125,000 - $150,000