Estimator

At Griffith Company, we recognize that people are our most valuable resource. We nurture that resource by fostering a work environment that encourages communication, respect and recognition. In this environment, Griffith Company employees flourish, taking their careers to new levels. In addition to offering a nearly 125 year history of quality, safety and excellence, Griffith Company has a dynamic, exciting and supportive culture where opportunity for growth abounds. We are looking for an experienced Estimator to join our Central Region team's growing operations in San Luis Obispo. This position is responsible for the development of accurate and timely estimates for both private and public works projects. Essential Functions Review proposal specifications, drawings, soils reports and existing site conditions to determine scope of work. Attend pre-bid meetings. Preparation of pre-bid RFI’s prior to specification cutoff date. Solicit subcontractors and vendors prior to bid date to ensure coverage of scope of work. Assist in coordination of scope of work with other Griffith Division and subcontractors. Preparation of estimates by calculating complete take off of scope of work. Maintain files of working documents as backup for estimating figures. Interface with Owner and other contractors to provide engineering and cost data regarding project feasibility. Assist with project startup / estimate handoff and budgeting. Help monitor post bid submission dates towards contract procurement. Follow awarded contracts as assigned. May include estimating extra work items, change orders, credits, procuring material, monitoring progress, cost/budget, revenue, etc. Lead bid closings. Mentor, guide and train estimating staff. Assist Chief Estimator with B2W maintenance and updates. Champion continuous improvement initiatives. Participate in alternative delivery pursuits. Other duties as assigned Education Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree would be preferred, or equivalent combinations of technical training and related experience. Experience 5+ years of Estimating experience. Minimum 1 year of field experience. Specific Job Knowledge, Skills And Ability Ability to lead estimates for bids up to $75,000,000. Must have a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills Must have high attention to detail. Excellent writing, presentation, and computer skills Develop a thorough knowledge of company procedures, estimating techniques, all engineering disciplines, cost control systems and accounts required. Become advanced in Bid2Win Estimating software. Become proficient in Agtek, SureTrak, Primavera P6 and MS Project. Become proficient in Blue Beam and Sketch up. Become advanced in reading plans and specifications Become advanced in takeoffs. Must have an understanding of construction sequencing and project staffing requirements. Must be familiar with Contract Accounting Must have an understanding of critical path. Must have a valid driver’s license. Other requirements may apply. Competencies Collaboration Skills Detail Oriented Results Driven Process Oriented Analysis/Solution Driven Communication Proficiency Ethical Conduct Time Management Negotiation Organization Skills Applied Mathematical Skills Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Regularly required to sit. Frequently required to stand and walk at jobsites. Must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 20 pounds. Company Benefits Package In addition to offering a comprehensive benefits package for all employees — including a superior health benefits package — Griffith Company also offers generous performance-based compensation. As part of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Corporation, Griffith Company employees have the opportunity to directly and financially benefit from the Company's success. Other benefits include vacation time, sick days, paid holidays, and a 401K program. (Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements) Annual Salary Range: $80,000 - $150,000 (depending on level of experience and qualifications). Relocation assistance will be provided to candidates outside of the local area on a case-by-case basis. Visit us at: Griffith Company is an equal opportunity employer and an employee-owned company. Important Notice to Staffing Agencies/Recruiting Firms Griffith Company will not accept unsolicited resumes from any sources other than directly from a candidate, Griffith Company employee or any of our external recruiting partners whom we already have an executed written agreement with. Any unsolicited resumes sent to any of the following will be considered Griffith Company property: Griffith Company mailing address, fax machine or email address; Griffith Company employees; or to Griffith Company's applicant/candidate database. Griffith Company will NOT pay a fee for any candidate placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Griffith Company will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Griffith Company’s Human Resources team to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Griffith Company will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Griffith Company’s CEO, Executive Vice President or Human Resources Director. No other Griffith Company employee is authorized to bind Griffith Company to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.