Junior Estimator

SOLV Energy

$82K — $103K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3 years in Project Field Administration; completion of Construction Management Certificate, or in process, or equivalent.
  • Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems.
  • Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings.
  • General knowledge of construction costs and principles.
  • Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
  • Estimating experience desirable.
  • Drafting and computer skills.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in takeoff of scope of work and enter into estimating system, review reports for accuracy and completeness.
  • Request quotes from suppliers for materials and equipment.
  • Assist in quantifying incidentals for bid packages including subcontract work and equipment rentals.
  • Assist in preparation of conceptual estimates.
  • Compare conceptual estimates with actual cost data.
  • Develop project update and bid package estimate documents comparison.
  • Attend site visits as needed to learn about the systems being estimated.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families.
  • Basic life and disability insurance.
  • Eligible to enroll in the company’s 401(k) plan.
  • Vacations, sick leave, and holiday pay.
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary:
The Junior Estimator will be responsible for assisting in the calculation of material quantity requirements, gathering, and preparation of routine estimating data and compiling data for use in bid proposal estimates.

This role is hybrid, with regular in-office presence in San Diego, CA. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Description:

*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Position Responsibilities and Duties:
  • Assist in takeoff of scope of work and enter into estimating system, review reports for accuracy and completeness.
  • Request quotes from suppliers for materials and equipment.
  • Assist in quantifying all incidentals necessary in preparing the bid packages including subcontract work, equipment rentals, tools and suppliers.
  • Assist in preparation of conceptual estimates.
  • Assist in the comparison of conceptual estimates with actual cost data.
  • Assist in developing project update and bid package estimate documents comparison.
  • Attend site visits as needed to learn more about the systems being estimated.


Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:
  • 3 years in Project Field Administration; completion of Construction Management Certificate, or in process, or equivalent.
  • Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems.
  • Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings.
  • General knowledge of construction costs and principles.
  • Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
  • Estimating experience desirable.
  • Drafting and computer skills.


Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits:

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company's 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range:

$82,720 - $103,400

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Job Number: J13388

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