Construction Estimator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent related work experience.
• 10 or more years of estimating experience.
• Prior management experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency with AGTEK Take-off and Primavera Scheduling software.
• Advanced knowledge of estimating software.
• Advanced knowledge of civil engineering principles.
• Advanced knowledge of construction principles and equipment capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of agency (U)DBE requirements.
• Ability and willingness to comply with Granite’s Code of Conduct.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to work around large construction equipment while maintaining safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support a safety program that promotes a safe work environment and participation at all levels.
• Promote understanding of environmental policies and rules, and take steps to comply with them and mitigate environmental effects of operations.
• Foster a quality culture and take steps to provide products or services that meet customer expectations.
• Analyze and compile estimate data, including labor, materials, equipment requirements, location, and other cost factors.
• Review drawings, specifications, and proposed project site conditions; record findings and solicit input from field operations for project estimates.
• Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to improve bid competitiveness.
• Review take-off quantities for accuracy and use cost history to check estimates.
• Perform advanced mathematical analysis to develop accurate, logical cost estimates.
• Present estimates and participate in bid reviews with senior management.
• Communicate with owners, subcontractors, and public and private entities to support competitive bids.
• Communicate bid information to field operations at pre-construction meetings, including job scope and critical construction methods.
• Develop and maintain business relationships to increase bid opportunities in the regional market.
• Supervise, direct, and mentor estimating staff to support development and compliance with Granite standards.
• Participate in or lead design-build preconstruction services to develop competitive estimates and schedules.
• Participate in or lead means-and-method discussions and encourage creative and innovative ideas.
• Support corporate safety initiatives and comply with Granite’s Code of Conduct.
• Travel to other regions for IP/JV bidding opportunities, including air travel and overnight stays.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Sick leave
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending plans
• Musculoskeletal health programs
• Mental wellness programs
• Two PPO medical plan options through Anthem BlueCross for salaried employees; Granite pays 100% of the premium for its most popular plan for eligible employees and dependents
• Optional Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation deferred by salaried employees; immediate vesting