Big-D
Senior Estimator
Big-D, Irvine, California, United States, 92713
Big-D is looking for a dynamic Senior Estimator. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that is on a mission to be the most sought-after company in the business. We seek and employ exceptional, hard-working, lifetime learners; we give them the tools to succeed when we find them. We have a culture of growth and achievement powered by innovation, supported by purpose and joy.
Big-D Construction , has an opportunity for a
Senior Estimator
to join our team of construction professionals based in
Irvine, CA.
Experience/Training:
Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or similar degree5+ years of experience as an Estimator in the construction industryConstruction field experience preferredKnowledge of the subcontractor network in the CA market is preferredCritical Skills:
Great customer service skillsExcellent computer skills, typing, Microsoft Office Suite, and BluebeamProficient in OnScreen Takeoff (OST)Consistently produces accurate work and has excellent attention to detailGood time management skillsProfit orientedClear written and verbal communicationWork well in a team environmentIndustry knowledge and aware of current market conditions and subcontractor networkDuties, Responsibilities and Expectations: ( other duties may be assigned to meet business needs)
Defines work scope and select subcontractors in cooperation with Sr. EstimatorDevelops important relationships with subcontractors and considers the relationship when making decisionsProficient in quantity takeoffsProficient in organizing and assembling estimates in TimberlineSuccessful in hard bidding projects, organize scopes of work in bidday programBecomes proficient in conceptual estimating in Timberline through the CM Process (Program, Schematic, DD, CD, etc)Understands CPM Scheduling and can translate into construction budget.Clearly communicates with Subcontractors scheduling expectations.Understands means and methods of construction. Know the different labor productivity rates of these items.Knows unit costs of different construction materials and laborKnows overall SF cost of construction for different building typesBegin working with Sr. Estimator in design build projects (conceptual estimating, working with architects in design, manage budget)Understands VE process and participate in working sessionCall subcontractors and develops interest in projectsUnderstands turnover process and conveys project information comprehensivelyParticipates in forecast meetings and tracks budget vs. actual costs through constructionLearns financial risk management with subcontractor bidsSupports Big-D's mission and values as well as all policies and proceduresBenefits:
Free Medical & Dental
Insurance premiumsHSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution401k with MatchLong-Term & Short-Term DisabilityLife InsuranceSupplemental BenefitsPTO & Paid HolidaysVehicle Allowance
Additional Job Information
Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Big-D Construction #LI-Onsite
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Big-D Construction , has an opportunity for a
Senior Estimator
to join our team of construction professionals based in
Irvine, CA.
Experience/Training:
Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or similar degree5+ years of experience as an Estimator in the construction industryConstruction field experience preferredKnowledge of the subcontractor network in the CA market is preferredCritical Skills:
Great customer service skillsExcellent computer skills, typing, Microsoft Office Suite, and BluebeamProficient in OnScreen Takeoff (OST)Consistently produces accurate work and has excellent attention to detailGood time management skillsProfit orientedClear written and verbal communicationWork well in a team environmentIndustry knowledge and aware of current market conditions and subcontractor networkDuties, Responsibilities and Expectations: ( other duties may be assigned to meet business needs)
Defines work scope and select subcontractors in cooperation with Sr. EstimatorDevelops important relationships with subcontractors and considers the relationship when making decisionsProficient in quantity takeoffsProficient in organizing and assembling estimates in TimberlineSuccessful in hard bidding projects, organize scopes of work in bidday programBecomes proficient in conceptual estimating in Timberline through the CM Process (Program, Schematic, DD, CD, etc)Understands CPM Scheduling and can translate into construction budget.Clearly communicates with Subcontractors scheduling expectations.Understands means and methods of construction. Know the different labor productivity rates of these items.Knows unit costs of different construction materials and laborKnows overall SF cost of construction for different building typesBegin working with Sr. Estimator in design build projects (conceptual estimating, working with architects in design, manage budget)Understands VE process and participate in working sessionCall subcontractors and develops interest in projectsUnderstands turnover process and conveys project information comprehensivelyParticipates in forecast meetings and tracks budget vs. actual costs through constructionLearns financial risk management with subcontractor bidsSupports Big-D's mission and values as well as all policies and proceduresBenefits:
Free Medical & Dental
Insurance premiumsHSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution401k with MatchLong-Term & Short-Term DisabilityLife InsuranceSupplemental BenefitsPTO & Paid HolidaysVehicle Allowance
Additional Job Information
Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Big-D Construction #LI-Onsite
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)