Job DescriptionPosition Summary Prepares preliminary budgets, conceptual estimates and detail estimates generally for small to medium-size projects with experience generally in specific trade
Position Details- Analyzes drawings and uses applicable software to perform material take-offs for detailed estimates and provides unit cost pricing.
- Performs basic red-lining of documents as needed.
- Assists with developing project updates and bid package estimate documents' comparison. Tracks and adjusts quantities as needed. Resolves discrepancies.
- Solicits subcontractor bids and partners with vendors to build relationships and obtain quotes.
- Reviews Request for Proposals (RFPs), Basis of Design and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
- Presents information and responds to questions from internal departments.
Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred, or trade school or equivalent combination of technical training and or related experience
- Minimum 3 years' experience in mechanical construction estimating
- Solid verbal and written communication skills.
- Solid analytical skills
- Solid ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems
- Solid ability to read and understand specifications and drawings
- Solid knowledge of construction costs and principles
- Solid ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and prorations to practical situations
- Solid drafting skills
- Solid Excel and Word skills
- Solid knowledge of Quick Pen Auto Bid Mechanical and Sheet Metal Estimating software
Benefits As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:
- 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
- Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
- Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
- Disability income protection insurance
- Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
- Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
- Wellness benefits
Pay: Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For Virginia this ranges from $95,450.00 - $131,243.00 plus annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program as outlined above.
Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.
External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
