Southland Industries Inc.

Senior Estimator

Southland Industries Inc.$80K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred, or equivalent technical training or experience
  • Minimum 5 years' relevant experience, including managing teams
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficient in interpreting computerized cost data and construction specifications
  • Excellent mathematical skills, including fractions and percentages
  • Drafting proficiency and knowledge of design principles
  • Experienced with Quick Pen Auto Bid Mechanical and Sheet Metal Estimating software

Responsibilities

  • Prepare preliminary and detailed budgets for medium to large projects
  • Analyze drawings and perform material take-offs using software
  • Finalize Field Estimates and Bids with Lead or Chief Estimator
  • Present bids to Project Executives and Managers
  • Generate reports for Project Review and build Estimated Final Bid for review
  • Participate in client meetings to discuss project details
  • Train and mentor junior Estimators

Benefits

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

Position Summary

Prepares preliminary budgets, conceptual estimates and detail estimates generally for medium-size to larger projects with experience in one or more trades.

Position Details
  • Analyzes drawings and uses applicable software to perform material take-offs for detailed estimates and provides unit cost pricing. Ensures potential issues with estimates are discussed with manager.
  • Performs more complex red-lining of documents.
  • Partners with Lead Estimator or Chief Estimator to finalize Field Estimate and Bid (FEB). Presents bids to Project Executives and Project Managers.
  • Generates reports and interprets them for Project Review. Transfers information in to final review format and builds FEB for review.
  • Participates in client interview meetings to discuss project.
  • Stays current with best practices and shares information with team as necessary.
  • Trains and mentors less-experienced Estimators.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred, or trade school or equivalent combination of technical training and or related experience
  • Minimum 5 years' relevant experience, including managing people
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems
  • Strong ability to read and understand specifications and drawings
  • Strong knowledge of construction costs and principles
  • Strong ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and prorations to practical situations
  • Ability to translate concepts and information into images; applies design principles
  • Strong drafting skills
  • Strong Excel and Word skills
  • Strong 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


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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