Estimator Seattle, Washington

Abbott Construction • Seattle, WA

421d • $90,000 - $140,000

About The Position

The Estimator position at Abbott involves managing the bidding process, developing scopes and budgets, and collaborating with Project Managers to ensure successful project outcomes. The role emphasizes teamwork and adaptability, allowing the estimator to provide comprehensive support to clients and construction partners while maintaining the company's values of stewardship, collaboration, and integrity.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years experience in estimating or related field.
• Knowledge of Assemble, Revit, WinEst, AutoCAD, and On-Screen Takeoff.
• Ability to read blueprints effectively.
• Four-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering or other relevant degree.
• Experience in inpatient healthcare or occupied renovations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in managing the bidding process including document control, solicitation of subcontractor bids and plan center interface.
• Develop scopes and budgets that will provide the Project Managers with clear, comprehensive information suitable for review by the customer.
• Participate in the nomination and election of subcontractors for design build subcontractor budget estimates.
• Update subcontractor database when necessary.
• Perform cost comparison and analysis as requested.
• Consistently update cost information in database and procure cost information resources (i.e. reference books).
• Monitor and update computer aided estimating software system.
• Provide quantity takeoffs of any changes on the drawings between the permit set and the construction set.
• Work in a team environment to provide estimating assistance in whatever capacity to meet the needs of our customers.
• Work with Project Managers in the company to help them succeed in all estimating on their projects.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Home & Auto Insurance
• Family Support
• Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation
• Paid time off
• Time Away Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Group Legal
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree