Southland Industries Inc.

Lead Estimator

Southland Industries Inc. • $80K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred, or equivalent technical training and experience
  • Minimum 8 years' relevant experience, including 3 years in people and project management
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in interpreting plans and specifications
  • Highly skilled in Excel, Word, and Quick Pen Auto Bid Mechanical and Sheet Metal Estimating software
  • Strong negotiation and customer service skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead estimating function for complex projects across multiple business functions
  • Prepare preliminary budgets and detailed estimates for larger projects
  • Assist Chief Estimator with presentations, budget reports, and estimating documents
  • Develop deliverables, timelines, and success measures while communicating progress
  • Delegate tasks to team members and provide performance feedback
  • Oversee red-lining documents at all levels
  • Negotiate with vendors and implement industry standards

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan with 50% company match and immediate 100% vesting
  • 100% paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees
  • Annual performance-based bonus program
  • Comprehensive life and disability insurance options
  • Pre-tax flexible spending plans for health and dependent care
  • Paid parental leave and generous time off policies
  • Training and professional development opportunities
  • Wellness benefits
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position Summary

Leads estimating function for varying projects that involve multiple business functions and organizational units. Prepares preliminary budgets, conceptual estimates and detail estimates generally for larger, more complex projects with experience in multiple trades.

Position Details
  • Determines and assembles materials required for preparation of an estimate. Acquires and pre-qualifies material and sub-contractor proposals.
  • Assists Chief Estimator with preparing estimate presentations, special studies, budget reports and estimating documents for projects and client presentations.
  • Develops realistic deliverables, timelines, and measures of success; determines and allocates resources; communicates progress with key stakeholders.
  • Delegates work to team. Provides performance feedback and coaching as necessary.
  • Oversees and performs red-lining documents at all levels.
  • Negotiates with vendors as necessary.
  • Implements industry standards and changes; keeps current of industry standards and best practices.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred, or trade school or equivalent combination of technical training and or related experience
  • Minimum 8 years' relevant experience, including 3 years' people and project management
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Strong people-management skills
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Highly proficient in interpreting plans and specifications
  • Excellent Excel and Word skills
  • Excellent knowledge of Quick Pen Auto Bid Mechanical and Sheet Metal Estimating software
  • Ability to set deadlines and adhere to project schedules

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


About Southland Industries Inc.

Southland Industries is a construction company that specializes in designing, building, and maintaining mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems for commercial, institutional, and industrial clients. The company was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland. Southland Industries has over 30 offices across the United States and employs over 3,000 people. The company has completed projects in a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, government, and data centers. Southland Industries is committed to sustainability and has implemented green building practices in many of its projects.
Learn more about Southland Industries Inc.
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$50 million
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$1 billion

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