Cost Estimator Immediate Need

This position is responsible for developing accurate and timely proposals and estimates for both private and public sector works projects to ensure Granite is a responsive bidder. This person will be part of a team and handle heavy civil estimating work, including paving, structural concrete, flatwork, underground, water, and more. The role can be based in the Tucson or Tempe office.

Essential Job Accountabilities

Comprehend and administer a safety program that provides a safe work environment that meets or exceeds Granite's Annual Incident Goal, fostering a culture that expects participation at all levels.

Create and promote, within the organization, the ability to recognize and understand the appropriate environmental policies, rules, and potential adverse effects to the environment due to operations, and take steps necessary to comply with policy and mitigate the effects of operations.

Create and/or foster a quality culture that recognizes the impact of quality on all operations, and takes steps necessary to provide a product or service that is a source of pride for workers and pleasing to customers.

Analyze and compile estimate data that impact the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location, and other factors to ensure a high quality and timely estimate.

Review drawings, specifications and proposed project site conditions; record findings and solicit input from field operations to include in the final project estimate.

Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase the competitiveness of the bid.

Review take‑off quantities to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates.

Utilize existing cost history as a check to complete estimates.

Apply mathematical calculations requiring advanced analytical processes to ensure logically estimated costs are accurate.

Analyze and communicate bidding risks, strategies, and present estimate/bid to Senior/Chief Estimator for review to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Participate in estimate and bid reviews with Senior/Chief Estimator and Management to develop estimating skills.

Analyze competition and communicate with owners, subcontractors, public and private entities to ensure competitiveness.

Communicate estimate bid information to field operations at pre‑construction meetings to ensure understanding of the scope of the job.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent related work experience.

Work Experience

2+ years estimating experience.

Prior Project Engineer and take‑off experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), AGTEK Take‑off and Primavera Scheduling software.

Working knowledge of estimating software.

Working knowledge of civil engineering principles.

Working knowledge of construction principles.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Working knowledge of agency (U)DBE requirements.

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. The employee is regularly required to talk and hear, stand, walk, sit, and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee occasionally reaches with hands and arms, and may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee may work around large construction equipment and must be safety conscious.

Additional Requirements/Skills

Comply with, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.

Team player.

Ability and willingness to abide by Granite's Code of Conduct on a daily basis.

Valid driver's license and the ability to drive.

Benefits

Granite offers a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, and special programs for musculoskeletal health and mental wellness. Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans, with 100% of the premium paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation deferred into 401(k) plans, vesting immediately. Benefits may vary for positions located outside the continental United States.

Compensation

Base Salary Range: $80,765.00 - $121,148.00. Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.

EEO Statement

Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug‑Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

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