Concrete Estimator

Big-D Construction•Salt Lake City, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Big-D Concrete is looking for a dynamic Concrete Estimator to join the growing team in Salt Lake City, UT. This role will help support the preconstruction team by helping develop accurate, well-organized estimates for concrete scopes. This role is ideal for an estimator who understands construction documents and is looking to grow within a collaborative preconstruction team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
2+ years of experience in construction estimating or similar preconstruction role
Ability to read and understand project documents including drawings, specifications, and others
Experience performing accurate takeoffs and organizing estimate information
Strong time-management skills and the ability to work on more than one project at a time
General understanding of construction pricing and market conditions
Comfortable using Microsoft Office and Bluebeam
Proficient in On-Screen Takeoff and other estimating software
Clear written and verbal communication and a collaborative mindset

Nice To Haves

Experience in the concrete industry is preferred but not required
Construction field experience highly preferred
Experience with 3D modeling software (CAD, Revit, Tekla, etc) is a plus

Responsibilities

Request and analyze pricing from vendors for concrete related items (i.e. ready mixed concrete & reinforcing)
Complete accurate takeoffs of concrete related items using Tekla (3D) and On-Screen Takeoff (2D)
Organize and enter quantities into estimating software using historical production rates
Analyze and understand project specific constraint that might have an impact on historical production rates
Schedule and run estimate review meetings with project team members
Understands turnover process and conveys project information comprehensively to the project team
Participates in forecast meetings and tracks budget vs. actual costs through construction
Supports Big-D’s mission and values as well as all policies and procedures.