SPO Estimator - Concrete

Turner Construction•Sacramento, CA

3d•$110,000 - $200,000

About The Position

The SPO Estimator prepares detailed Self-Perform Operations (SPO) concrete estimates from construction drawings and specifications, and communicates bids and scopes of work. The role supports preconstruction and project delivery by developing cost estimates, analyzing labor productivity and schedules, coordinating vendor and trade pricing, identifying project risks and design issues, and preparing bid and scope documentation. The Estimator also supports project handoffs and may supervise estimating team members and participate in recruiting, onboarding, and performance appraisals. The position may involve work at construction sites, offices, and off-site venues. It regularly includes office work and may occasionally involve exposure to construction-site hazards and conditions. Limited travel is required. The listed annualized salary range is $120,000–$190,000, with separate ranges listed for certain regions.

Requirements

At least 3 years of related experience performing detailed estimates for concrete scopes of work.
Experience performing detailed estimates for concrete structures.
Knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, and Trade practices.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedules.
Knowledge of estimating documents and ability to provide accurate qualitative and quantitative document analysis.
Conceptual ability to work with limited information and quickly develop an understanding of requirements.
Project management skills, including the ability to prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines.
Familiarity with construction operating procedures and methods of other departments, such as Procurement and Operations.
Professional verbal and written communication skills, including ability to present information to non-technical audiences.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office, and familiarity with estimating software such as InEight.
Limited travel.
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Building Construction, or a related field is a plus; equivalent education, training, and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Building Construction, or a related field of study.

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed SPO concrete estimates, including quantity take-offs, analysis, estimate input, and studies for assigned scope items.
Generate labor productivity rates using historical data and project-specific constraints.
Develop and maintain vendor relationships to solicit competitive pricing.
Prepare and assemble bids and proposals for contract types such as Lump Sum, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), and Cost Plus.
Identify and communicate design issues and project risks affecting SPO concrete, and develop proposed solutions with the Preconstruction team.
Analyze SPO concrete project schedules for sequencing risks and prepare labor-loaded schedules based on estimated durations.
Coordinate with the SPO Manager on markups, labor rates, and other estimate information based on project approach, backlog, and risk.
Manage document distribution for SPO concrete projects, including receipt of drawings and specifications and maintenance of file structure.
Attend constructability review meetings, document potential issues with Trades, and support communication with project teams and designers.
Develop SPO concrete value-analysis studies, including cost-efficient alternatives to proposed scope.
Develop comprehensive understanding of Trade package scope factors, including contract documents, site logistics, schedule, coordination, means, and methods.
Prepare concrete scope requisitions for assigned Trades and coordinate with the project team to identify and eliminate scope gaps and overlaps.
Prepare comparisons with previous estimates for assigned scope.
For subcontracted SPO concrete work, obtain and evaluate Trade proposals, document information in a Bid Recording Sheet, and participate in Post Bid Review.
Manage Post Bid action items, finalize sub-tier scopes, and make bid award recommendations to Procurement.
Prepare and manage project kick-off meetings and handoffs to project operations teams.
May supervise Estimating team members, participate in recruiting, onboard new staff, and contribute to performance appraisals.
Perform other assigned activities, duties, and responsibilities.