Estimator (Estimator) Full-Time

At Scull Construction, an Estimator is responsible for leading and delivering accurate, competitive project estimates and bids across a range of commercial construction project types. This position reports to the Director of Preconstruction and works closely with the preconstruction and project management teams throughout the bid and award process. The successful candidate will develop their skills alongside an experienced team engaged in some of the most challenging and rewarding projects in the northern plains region.
Job Type: Full Time Salary Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Paid weekly via direct deposit
Employer-Sponsored Group Health Insurance - Standard or HSA Plan
Flexible Health and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
Company Paid Life Insurance Policy
Supplemental Life Insurance Options for Employee and Family
401K and Profit-sharing Bonus
Apprenticeship and Development Opportunities
Essential Functions Perform detailed quantity takeoffs across all major trade divisions, including foundation and site concrete, masonry, structural steel, rough carpentry, building envelope, interior finishes, and specialties.
Review all project documents — drawings, specifications, and addenda — for completeness, accuracy, and constructability.
Develop bid scopes for trade packages and solicit, evaluate, and vet subcontractor and supplier quotes for compliance with scope requirements.
Conduct conceptual and schematic-level estimates from high-level plans or program documents.
Create and manage estimates in the company’s estimating software with accuracy and efficiency.
Confirm that estimates — including general conditions — reflect actual project schedule, staffing, and resource requirements.
Maintain and develop relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to support ongoing bid coverage and market intelligence.
Participate in bid strategy meetings and contribute to risk identification and contingency planning.
Position Expectations Approach each project with attention to detail and a commitment to producing complete, reliable estimates.
Maintain a positive, professional attitude in all interactions with colleagues, subcontractors, and clients.
Job Requirements And Qualifications Three or more years of commercial construction estimating experience preferred; Demonstrated experience with the full bid process, including soliciting and leveling subcontractor quotes, managing bid tally sheets, and communicating with bidders.
Working knowledge of commercial construction methods including wood framing, structural steel, concrete, and pre-engineered metal building systems.
Ability to conduct conceptual estimates from schematic or high-level design documents.
Capable of reading and independently navigating a complete set of construction documents and specifications.
Experience identifying value engineering alternatives and project betterments.
Ability to negotiate professionally with subcontractors and evaluate proposals for scope completeness and compliance.
Other Requirements Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and random employee pool drug/alcohol testing
Disclaimer This document describes the position currently available. It is not an employment contract. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Scull Construction Service, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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