Estimator III

Granite Construction•Irving, TX

About The Position

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do... Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century-old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future. General Summary 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. Analyze and compile estimate data that impact the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location and other factors to ensure a high quality and timely estimate. Review drawings, specifications and proposed project site conditions and conduct calculations requiring advanced analytical processes to ensure logically estimated costs are correct. Record findings and solicit input from field operations to include in final project estimate. Utilize existing cost history as a check to complete estimates. Perform accurate quantity “take-off’ to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates. Communicate estimate bid information to field operations at pre-construction meetings to ensure understanding of scope of job and critical means and methods of construction. Identify alternative solutions and construction methods to increase competitiveness of the bid. Develop and apply knowledge of bidding risks and strategies, develop knowledge of and relationships with owners, subcontractors, public and private entities to ensure competitiveness, and participate in estimate and bid reviews with senior management to ensure accuracy and completeness. Comprehend and administer a safety program that provides for a safe work environment that meets or exceeds Granite’s Annual Incident Goal and fosters a culture that expects participation at all levels. Create and promote appropriate environmental policies, rules, and understand the potential adverse effects to the environment due to operations.

Requirements

Four years of experience as a Lead Estimator, Project Engineer, or in a related position providing construction estimating support, engineering field support, and project estimating.
Experience must also include Analysis and evaluation of bidding risks; AGTEK Takeoff, HCSS Heavy Bid, HCSS Heavy Job, AutoCAD Lite

Responsibilities

Develop accurate and timely proposals and estimates for both private and public sector works projects to ensure Granite is a responsive bidder.
Analyze and compile estimate data that impact the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location and other factors to ensure a high quality and timely estimate.
Review drawings, specifications and proposed project site conditions and conduct calculations requiring advanced analytical processes to ensure logically estimated costs are correct.
Record findings and solicit input from field operations to include in final project estimate.
Utilize existing cost history as a check to complete estimates.
Perform accurate quantity “take-off’ to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates.
Communicate estimate bid information to field operations at pre-construction meetings to ensure understanding of scope of job and critical means and methods of construction.
Identify alternative solutions and construction methods to increase competitiveness of the bid.
Develop and apply knowledge of bidding risks and strategies, develop knowledge of and relationships with owners, subcontractors, public and private entities to ensure competitiveness, and participate in estimate and bid reviews with senior management to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Comprehend and administer a safety program that provides for a safe work environment that meets or exceeds Granite’s Annual Incident Goal and fosters a culture that expects participation at all levels.
Create and promote appropriate environmental policies, rules, and understand the potential adverse effects to the environment due to operations.

Benefits

paid holidays
sick leave
medical
dental
vision
life insurance
disability insurance
flexible spending plans
special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness
Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents.
Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.