Location: Remote
Construction: DEPCON
The Opportunity We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Estimator to assess costs and prepare estimates for construction projects, manufacturing processes, or service contracts. The Estimator will analyze project specifications, labor, materials, and time requirements to provide accurate and competitive pricing.
This is a full-time position with hours dictated by business needs. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
What will you do? - Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and requirements, setting priorities.
- Quantity takeoffs and Production estimates
- Construction Drawing evaluation and interpretation
- Prepares construction budget by studying construction plans; updating specifications; identifying and projecting costs for each elevation.
- Evaluates offers to purchase by costing changes, additions, and site requirements.
- Obtains bids from vendors and subcontractors by specifying materials; identifying qualified subcontractors; negotiating price.
- Maintains cost keys and price masters by updating information.
- Resolves cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
- Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
- Maintains quality service by following organization standards.
- Maintains continuity among corporate, division, and local work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Coordinates with Project Management to develop Proposals
- Coordinates with Construction Management to develop Production Rates, Schedule milestones, and Job Sequence
Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field preferred • Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, 8+ years preferred
- Must have concrete estimating experience • Quality focused
- Tilt up, commercial flatwork experience preferred
- Strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills
- Strong budget and documentation skills
- Vendor relationship management experience
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook plus Adobe
- Working knowledge of Construction Scheduling
- Ability to develop and manages teams
- Ability to identify and resolve complex issues, strong decision-making skills
- Possess a current driver's license
- Travel < 25%; potential travel to meetings and on site as needed
- Must pass physical exam
- Must be a US Citizen
How we support you We believe your best work happens when you feel supported - professionally, personally, and financially. That's why we offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive, stay healthy, and plan for the future.
- Performance-driven rewards • Competitive pay with incentive opportunities that recognize your results and contributions.
- Comprehensive healthcare • Medical, dental, and vision coverage that supports you and your family's total well-being.
- Security and peace of mind • Life and disability insurance programs that provide protection when it matters most.
- Flexible benefits options • A variety of voluntary benefits so you can personalize coverage to fit your needs.
- Time to recharge • Generous paid time off to relax, travel, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Investing in your growth • Education assistance and tuition support to help you build skills and advance your career.
- Planning for the future • Retirement and savings programs that help you achieve long-term financial confidence.
