Sitework Estimator

James G Davis Construction Corp • $88K — $105K *

Rockville, MD 20850In-Person

Real Estate & Construction

Less than 5 years of experience

5 days ago

Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or related field, or equivalent experience
2-6 years of estimating or construction experience in commercial projects
Experience with bidding and budgeting for sitework trades
Proficient in quantity takeoff software
Familiarity with the design process and related disciplines
Experience in plan reading
Specialized application experience in relevant areas

Responsibilities

Assist Estimating and Preconstruction teams in proposal development
Prepare competitive bid responses and GMP proposals
Perform scope writing and qualification development for Division 2 trades
Solicit and review bids from trade partners and suppliers
Conduct basic quantity takeoffs, particularly for earthwork
Support constructability reviews and quality control of documents
Build relationships with trade partners and design teams

Benefits

100% employer-paid health care plan for employees and families
Life insurance and short- and long-term disability benefits
Annual contribution to HSA
Annual incentive bonus and paid time off
401(k), Roth, and ESOP financial benefits
Fertility and family-forming assistance
On-site fitness center and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company vehicle or auto allowance for business activities

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Full Job Description

SUMMARY:

The Sitework Estimator is responsible for assisting the Estimating and Preconstruction teams in pursuing work through the development of proposal responses, providing preconstruction services, preparing competitive bid responses and compiling Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposals for negotiated projects, with a specific focus on the Sitework discipline.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, architecture or related field, or equivalent relevant experience

Two (2) to six (6) years' experience in estimating or construction for commercial construction

Experience bidding and budgeting the sitework trades

Experience with quantity takeoff software

Familiarity with the design process and related design disciplines

Plan reading experience

Specialized application experience

TECHNICAL JOB KNOWLEDGE:

Supports estimate / bid / GMP assembly for the trade specialization

Performs scope writing and qualification development; proficient in Division 2 trades

Solicits and reviews bids from trade partners and material suppliers; analyzes submitted responses to identify missing scope, listed qualifications, noted exclusions and work to compare equivalent bid submissions

Performs basic quantity takeoffs; performs basic earthwork quantity takeoffs

Reviews documents for quality control; supports constructability reviews

Assists in the development of specific systems analyses and creation of Value Engineering and Alternates lists/logs

Supports trade partner solicitation and communication/coordination; familiar with trade partner specialization; responsible for trade partner / supplier coverage and effective communication and management

Researches and compiles historical data for use in future estimate preparation and bids

Builds relationships with trade partners and design teams

Becomes familiar with the trade partner buyout process

Attends design meetings and presentations as required

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THE ROLE:

Autonomy + Accountability

Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products and services

Works independently, receives minimal guidance

Accountable for own work and possibly others on the team

Business Impact

Impacts own team, adjacent teams, and potentially across the company

Decisions are made with minimal guidance and may affect the success of the department / revenue group

Contributes to strategic market sector / department business development planning

Talent Development

Serves as a lead for the team, leading small projects

May have formal supervisory responsibilities

Provides subject matter guidance to team members with less experience

Problem Solving + Resiliency

Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on practice and existing precedents or procedures

Gathers and analyzes data to identify and solve problems that arise with little or no precedent

The base salary (or hourly) range for this position is
$88,000.00 - $105,000.00
DAVIS is committed to providing our employees with a competitive total compensation package that enhances your quality of life. DAVIS offers a 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family), life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, and an annual contribution to your HSA. DAVIS also offers annual incentive bonus, paid time off + annual holidays, financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP), FSAs, fertility and family-forming assistance, and continuing education. Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), on-site fitness center, and parental leave. Eligible employees are provided a company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities.

The compensation and benefits information are provided as of the date of this posting. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to applicable eligibility. DAVIS reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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About James G Davis Construction Corp

James G. Davis Construction Corporation is a construction management and general contracting firm headquartered in Rockville, Maryland. The company was founded in 1966 by James G. Davis, who served as its CEO until his death in 2012. The company specializes in commercial, institutional, and government construction projects, and has completed projects in a variety of sectors, including healthcare, education, hospitality, and transportation. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the Associated Builders and Contractors' National Excellence in Construction Award.

Learn more about James G Davis Construction Corp

Size

1,000 employees

Industry

Real Estate & Construction

Net Income

$15 million

5 Year Trend

+5%

Revenue

$300 million

* Ladders Estimates

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