Commercial Construction Estimator

Company Description:

Graves Construction Co., Inc., founded in 1920 has primarily built bridges and concrete box culverts mainly in Iowa, South Dakota, Minnesota and Nebraska. Recently branched out into the Commercial Construction. Reputation of excellence and safety in its construction practices throughout the Midwest. Family owned and operated.

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Develop cost estimates for design/build and plan & spec jobs through analyzing blueprints and customer specifications under general supervision. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

To perform this position successfully, employee must perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily.  These functions are representative, but not all-inclusive, of what is necessary to succeed in this position. 

• Prepare estimates under general supervision.
• Review and understand plans and specifications.
• Provide support for the development of bidding strategies by obtaining specifications
• Identify project bid requirements, scope of work, non-standard work conditions.
• Prepare material take offs to develop estimated labor and material costs
• Identify information that needs to be disseminated to subcontractors and vendors.
• Attend pre-bid meetings.
• MAY REQUIRE EXTENDED HOURS DURING BIDDING DEADLINES

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Keep current and up-to-date with computer software updates 
• Participate in company training programs and attend authorized external conferences or seminars as required to keep current in company and industry standards and operating procedures.

• Perform any special assignments, additional projects, or other job-related duties as may be necessary to carry out the responsibilities of this position as required by the executive team.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described are representative, but not all inclusive, of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, employee will be exposed to normal office conditions and usual office equipment such as telephone, personal computer, printers/copiers, reports and files. Employee will be constantly required to sit, stand, walk and type/write. Employee must occasionally bend or squat and lift and/or push up to 10 pounds of general office items.

The performance of this position may include exposure to shop and/or job-site construction conditions.  This may include exposure to environments with various machines and equipment, requiring the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection and other safety gear.  While on or near work sites, employee may be required to walk, stand, climb ladders.  Quick visual and physical responses to changing work site conditions are necessary.This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level or difficulty.

CONCLUSION: 

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employee assigned to this position.  It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the job.  The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested.  All requirements are subject to change over time and to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability

Benefits:

BENEFITS AND PAY:

• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Long and short term disability.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match
• Discretionary performance bonus.
• Deferred compensation plan.
• Salary:  based on qualifications and skill set.

Required Experience:

  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

·         2–4-year college degree in relevant field such as Construction Management, Engineering, Architectural Design, and/or equivalent work experience

·         Working knowledge of computers, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and internet resources

Qualifications:

    SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

·         Strong organizations skills; able to manage multiple responsibilities and utilize time effectively to meet deadlines

·         Strong planning, problem solving and troubleshooting skills

·         Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

·         Works well individually and as part of a team

·         Willing to take direction in a positive and professional manner

·         Attention to detail and meticulous follow through

·         Individual with a professional demeanor that seeks excellence in job performance

·         Ability to travel to various construction sites