Estimator (Heavy Civil)

Granite Construction • Santa Rosa, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for developing accurate and timely proposals and estimates for both private and public sector works projects to ensure Granite is a responsive bidder. The role involves analyzing and compiling estimate data, reviewing project documents, analyzing alternative solutions, and communicating bidding risks and strategies. The company emphasizes a strong safety, environmental, and quality culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent related work experience.
• 2+ years estimating experience.
• Prior Project Engineer and take-off experience.
• Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Proficiency with AGTEK Take-off and Primavera Scheduling software.
• Working knowledge of Estimating software.
• Working knowledge of civil engineering principles.
• Working knowledge of construction principles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of agency (U)DBE requirements.
• Ability and willingness to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate and timely proposals and estimates for private and public sector works projects.
• Administer a safety program that provides for a safe work environment.
• Promote environmental policies and mitigate potential adverse effects to the environment.
• Foster a quality culture that recognizes the effect of quality on all operations.
• Analyze and compile estimate data impacting labor, materials, equipment, location, and other factors.
• Review drawings, specifications, and proposed project site conditions, and solicit input from field operations.
• Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase bid competitiveness.
• Review "take-off" quantities to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates.
• Utilize existing cost history as a check to complete estimates.
• Apply mathematical calculations requiring advanced analytical processes to ensure logically estimated costs are accurate.
• Analyze and communicate bidding risks and strategies.
• Present estimates/bids to Senior/Chief Estimator for review.
• Participate in estimate and bid reviews with Senior/Chief Estimator and Management.
• Analyze competition and communicate with owners, subcontractors, public and private entities.
• Communicate estimate bid information to field operations at pre-construction meetings.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Sick leave
• Medical insurance (two PPO plans through Anthem BlueCross, with 100% premium paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents on the most popular plan)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending plans (HSA or FSA options)
• Special programs for musculoskeletal health
• Special programs for mental wellness
• 401(k) plans with a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation deferred by salaried employees, which vests immediately.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree