Junior Estimator
About The Position
Cash Construction is seeking a Junior Estimator to complete project estimates for the firm. This individual will estimate projects with review and support of Estimating Leadership. Responsibilities include pre-bid attendance as needed, site visits, bid management, development of cost estimates, evaluation of subcontractor and supplier costs, and risk analysis. You will be supported by junior estimators performing quantity takeoff comparisons and an estimating coordinator who facilitates solicitations to subcontractors and vendors, qualification/prequalification requirements, and minority participation documentation. Our Estimating Team functions in a collaborative environment that includes support and input from our Operations Team. We value a strong work ethic and encourage a balanced approach to work and personal life. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in civil construction estimating. The candidate should possess an understanding of road work, excavation, underground utilities, contractual requirements, conceptual estimating, design drawings, and project specifications. The candidate should understand risk analysis and have proven estimating experience, with a preference for local Texas experience. Location & Travel Details: This is an onsite position, based at our home office in the Austin, TX/Pflugerville, TX area.
Requirements
- B.S. in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent progressive work experience with 3+ years of estimating civil construction projects, or 6+ years of experience in lieu of education.
- Demonstrated knowledge of heavy civil construction, specifically in earthwork, underground utilities, drainage, and street/highway construction.
- Experience with self-perform work.
- Sound organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
- Willingness to work in a team environment.
Nice To Haves
- Proven experience in civil construction estimating.
- Understanding of road work, excavation, underground utilities, contractual requirements, conceptual estimating, design drawings, and project specifications.
- Understanding of risk analysis.
- Preference for local Texas experience.
- Preferred experience with Agtek earthwork take-off software and HCSS Heavy Bid estimating software.
Responsibilities
- Prepare complete quantity take-offs.
- Identify project scope for both self-perform and subcontracted work.
- Interpret project documents to prepare clear, complete, and competitive estimates, general conditions, and bid clarifications.
- Inform preconstruction staff of project requirements and owner directives, developing a plan to meet stated goals.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Develop value engineering solutions to meet client budgets.
- Identify and qualify subcontractors.
- Attend preconstruction meetings with the design team and client.
- Fill in design gaps with assumptions that align with the engineer’s intent.
- Prepare project clarifications and bid assumptions for submission to the owner.
- Investigate local market conditions and their impact on costs.
- Plan, organize, and coordinate effectively.
- Attend technical and professional meetings and seminars as necessary.
- Establish timelines and goals for effective and timely estimate submissions.
- Represent company vision when presenting to potential clients, detailing Cash Construction capabilities.
- Ensure quality of services meets project requirements.
- Ensure effective communication and collaboration on estimates between all disciplines and parties.
- Provide risk and cost comparison analysis on estimates.
- Utilize Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6 for scheduling.
Benefits
- Compensation, commensurate with experience.
- Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase.
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care).
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
- Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
- 15 days Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
- Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
- Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
- Emergency Travel Assistance Program
- Group legal plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
