Walsh Group

Estimator

Walsh Group$70K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5 years of experience or a College Degree with 3 years of experience
  • Experience estimating projects over $30M
  • Proficiency in applicable estimating software
  • Extensive knowledge of construction costs and engineering principles
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and flexible with multitasking abilities
  • Skilled at prioritizing workload and meeting deadlines
  • Strong written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Review project plans, requirements, and specifications
  • Lead a team of estimators to develop comprehensive estimates
  • Determine labor and equipment costs accurately
  • Perform quantity takeoffs and materials pricing
  • Assess project risks and understand bid documents
  • Understand project logistics and scheduling
  • Prepare bid packages and analyze competitive bids
  • Review estimates with the Project Management Team
  • Generate estimates at various project completion levels
  • Assist with post-bid buyouts

Benefits

  • Opportunities for continued professional development
  • Supportive team environment
  • Exposure to large-scale and diverse projects
  • Dynamic work that involves leading teams
  • Potential for involvement in post-bid processes
  • Focus on collaborative project risk assessment
Full Job Description
OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking an Estimator for our Southeast Water Division, in Atlanta, GA.

The Estimator will support and work with management, operations and estimating staff in the review of project plans, requirements and specifications. The Estimator shall have extensive knowledge of construction means and methods, costs and engineering principles. Qualified individuals will have estimating experience with large Commercial, Residential, Healthcare, Transportation projects. Must be confident working with estimating teams on projects of varying sizes, and be capable of estimating hard bid, negotiated and conceptual projects. Individual must be self-motivated, possess strong communication/interpersonal skills and be confident in his/her ability to develop and manage their assigned portion of the estimate.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Review project plans, requirements and specifications.
  • Have demonstrated leadership abilities to coordinate a team of estimators to develop a large multidisciplinary estimate.
  • Determine labor and equipment costs.
  • Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing.
  • Review and understand all bid documents and assess project risks.
  • Understand project logistics and project schedule.
  • Prepare bid packages. Compare and analyze competitive subcontractor and supplier bids.
  • Review quotes and estimates with the Project Management Team.
  • Prepare estimates at different levels of completion (conceptual, Schematic, DD, CD, etc.)
  • Assist with certain post-bid buyouts.
  • Comprehends contract requirements for diversity compliance.


QUALIFICATIONS
  • 5 years of experience or College Degree with 3 years of experience
  • Experience estimating projects over $30M
  • Understanding of all applicable estimating software.
  • Extensive knowledge of construction costs and engineering principles
  • Well organized, flexible, detail oriented and have the ability to multi-task.
  • Prioritize work load and consistently meet deadlines while constantly changing tasks and demands
  • Effective presentation skills
  • Excellent written and oral communicator


Salary Range Disclaimer

Please note that job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.

About Walsh Group

The Walsh Group is a construction company that provides general contracting, construction management, and design-build services. The company was founded in 1898 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Walsh Group has completed a variety of projects, including highways, bridges, airports, and water treatment plants. The company has a strong focus on safety and sustainability, and has received numerous awards for its work in these areas. Walsh Group is one of the largest construction companies in the United States, with operations in more than 20 states.
Learn more about Walsh Group
Size
9,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1898

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