Project Estimator

4 weeks ago


Chicago, United States JOHN KENO & COMPANY, INC. Full time

Do you enjoy the details, being resourceful, building relationships, or have a passion for numbers? Are you an analytical thinker? This Estimator position may be a good fit for you The candidate must exhibit a "Can Do Will Do" commitment to the Company and Client, and align with our core values of integrity, teamwork, and innovation.


You will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing heavy and highway civil estimating, focused primarily on mass earthwork, building excavation/backfill, shoreline reconstruction, and site utilities for clients ranging from large, National GCs and government agencies through Chicagoland local developers. Responsibilities will include participation in the entire estimating / proposal process from client interactions, selection of proposed projects, quantity take-off, supplier and subcontractor solicitation, scope writing, and contract review.


JKC = Earthwork, Site and Structural Demolition, Shoreline and Ravine Conservation, Utility Construction (storm, sanitary, and water piping), and Prime Contracting.


Excellent Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Vacation / PTO
  • 401k plus match
  • Profit sharing
  • Bonus potential
  • PPO Health Insurance
  • Auto / Cell phone allowance
  • Training & education stipends


Description of Responsibilities:

  • Project procurement, including project selection based on company mission.
  • Review and approval of "pre-contract" proposals.
  • Maintain estimating schedule
  • Update of management on status of estimating schedule
  • Quantity estimating and estimate building
  • Subcontractor and supplier solicitation
  • Scope writing and Contract Review
  • Manage estimating databases / estimating software
  • Evaluate and adapt to current market conditions and costs
  • Project diversity analyses and incorporation into proposals as required
  • Working with Project Managers on job cost development


Required experience:

  • Excellent communication, time management, multi-task prioritization and organizational skills
  • Strong desire to work in the construction industry
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, or civil engineer related plus 3+ years of related work experience
  • Proactive, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to resolve potential issues or conflicts.
  • Proficiency in use of computers, tablets, and software programs such as MS365 and other cloud-based software.
  • Working knowledge of applicable sub trades.
  • Knowledge of all industry standards, guidelines, laws, requirements set forth and governed by any and all municipalities
  • A valid driver’s license may be required


Required Skills:

  • Ability to complete take offs and lump sum bids
  • Attention to Detail
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work with diverse group of individuals / clients
  • Desires to establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with employees,
  • Ability to operate in ever changing environment
  • Ability to sit, stand, or walk in various weather conditions for long period of time
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints/drawings and relevant contract documents.


Preferred skills / Certificates:

  • CPR / first Aid certified.
  • Thorough understanding of construction safety & OSHA standards.
  • Skilled in Sage Estimating, AutoCAD, Procore, Bluebeam, HCSS, Sage, Bluebeam a plus
  • Similar Trades industry experience a plus
  • Sales background a plus


JOHN KENO AND COMPANY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


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