Estimator

Estimator

Steed Construction, Inc – Eagle, ID, United States (On-site)

Estimator – Eagle, Idaho

Headquartered in Eagle, ID with an office in Salt Lake City, Steed Construction is a general contractor, construction manager, and design builder. We have consistently been ranked one of Idaho’s Top 100 privately held companies and have been in business for 35 years.

At Steed Construction, our mission is to be known as a growing, honest contractor with a reputation for quality, meeting commitments and providing creative solutions (for our clients) at a competitive price, while maintaining a high level of integrity and an excellent (and safe) work environment with genuine concern for our employees, clients, and the environment.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Estimator creates skilled and competitive bid packages as part of the greater process to generate new business for the company. Prepares and assists in preparing proposals for design-build, GMP, conceptual, and competitive hard bid projects.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

· Estimates and writes professional proposals using ethical standards and the most current and strategic cost versus profit margin data available internally and industry wide.

· Stays up to date with the latest trends and best practices in estimating.

· Interprets and evaluates construction documents, plans, specifications, engineering reports, and contracts to generate accurate construction costs estimates and proposals.

· Establishes and maintains professional working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and all company staff members to encourage teamwork.

· Attends and participates in pre-bid, pre-construction and sales presentations.

· Represents company image with a professional attitude, demeanor, presentation, appearance, and commitment to quality.

· Minimizes risk through the generation of complete and competitive estimates.

· Ability to generate Scope Sheets for each division within a project and ensure accurate, complete coverage.

· Investigates the accuracy of the information the company uses when compiling estimates and bids.

· Performs material quantity take-offs, solicits bids by phone or electronic media, sets up recap sheets.

· Performs miscellaneous departmental support tasks under the direction of the assigned supervisor such as dissemination and tracking of bid documents, and maintenance of databases and filing systems.

· Provides support for the estimating and other departments as directed.

· Handles a varied workload and multiple priorities while working as a team with co-workers to accomplish company goals.

· Participates in post bid analysis and post-project reviews.

· Other related duties as assigned.

· Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

REQUIREMENTS

· Computer literate. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge with an advanced aptitude for MS Office Suite, (Outlook, Project, Excel, and Word), and various other estimating and bid solicitation tools.

· Hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves self-starter, with flexibility and the ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment.

· Not afraid of ambiguity and works to simplify even the most complex task.

· Able to accept direction and constructive feedback with a positive attitude.

· Outstanding interpersonal skills.

· Stellar written and verbal communication skills.

· Unwavering commitment to service and quality.

· Handles all situations with a smile.

• A minimum of 2 years of construction industry experience (in the office or field) with a preference of at least one year of estimating experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or construction engineering is desirable.

· Capable of lifting 20 lbs.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• With a smile and positive attitude, willingness to take on any task, no matter how menial.
• Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrates a solid work ethic and a strong sense of ownership of their work.
• Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Active listening skills.
• Superior oral and writing presentation skills.

Benefits

At Steed Construction, we pride ourselves on offering competitive benefits packages that includes: Medical with multiple options including zero cost premium to employees, an HSA option, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401K with match, and more!