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Estimator

Company:
The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc.
Location:
Denver, CO, 80237
Posted:
April 26, 2024
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Description:

Job Description

Salary: $65,000 - $110,000

Our Company views employees as our most valuable asset and the key to our success. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves. Community involvement, employee empowerment, and strong relationships make The Weitz Company a great place to work.

The Weitz Company is currently accepting applications for an multiple levels of Estimators to be located in Denver, CO. This candidate should have experience viewing and understanding plans, project management skills, performing take-offs, and tabulating sub-bids.

The Estimators prepares complete estimates for construction projects under the guidance and direction of their supervisor. Assignments will include quantity surveying, pricing, bid solicitation, compiling cost history, and preparation of system comparisons and cost analysis reports. Typically, the Estimators reports to the most senior estimator in the assigned business region.

What You'll Do:

Quantity surveying, pricing, bid solicitation, compiling cost history, and preparing systems comparisons

Quick creative thinking and the capability of meeting deadlines

Develop constructability review and identify potential risks inherent to the project

Organize subcontractor and vendor solicitation as directed

Participate in or assist with Supply Chain procurement plan process

Generate schematic estimates of projects assigned. Pricing based on historical data and adjusting pricing as needed to allow for project conditions

Research and prepare cost analysis reports

Obtain the review of owner contracts, and general and supplementary conditions by the company's risk management group

Ability to compare and analyze various systems and related cost impacts

Other duties as assigned

Business travel may be required

What We're Looking For:

Education: An industry-related college degree is highly preferred. High school diploma is required.

Experience: One (1) to Six (6) years of construction estimating responsibility is required for this position.

Skills: This position requires schematic estimating skills, including the ability to identify items required for complete systems even if not delineated on construction documents, and the ability to mentally schedule and construct a building from drawings. Must have ability to communicate in a professional and courteous manner with clients, architects, subcontractors, suppliers, and project teams. Organization, quick creative thinking and the ability balance and prioritize projects with impending deadlines. A qualified candidate will be able to compare and analyze various systems and related cost impacts, as well as solid leadership skills and coaching direct reports.

Technology: Candidate should be familiar or proficient in On Screen Takeoff, WinEst, Bluebeam, Revit, and other estimating software. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required. Training will be provided on company standards.

What We Offer:

Competitive pay

Rewarding Bonus Program

Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings

Employer-Paid Short and Long Term Disability Programs

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off Provisions

401K Retirement Savings Plan with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Fully Paid Parental Leave

Voluntary Products including Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance

Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

The Company is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.

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