Construction / Excavating Estimator

4 months ago


Grand Rapids, United States Thornapple Excavating Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition:                            Construction / Excavating Estimator
Date Posted:                    5/29/2024
Location:                             Grand Rapids, MI
FT / PT Status:                   Full-Time

Who is Thornapple Excavating?
Over the last 40 years, Thornapple Excavating has expanded to become one of the most well-known names in commercial excavating in West Michigan.  The organization strives to be a leader in earthwork, utility installation, and other commercial excavating services.  With a strong work ethic and attention to detail, customers can count on Thornapple Excavating, Inc. to deliver a high-quality product the first time, every time.

Job Summary:
The person in this role will assist the Estimator and Project managers throughout the life cycle of our construction projects. They will complete detailed takeoffs for various sized jobs by working through light preconstruction paperwork, work up prices on revisions and small jobs with the head Estimator’s guidance and direction and attend pre and post bid meetings.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Work with project managers on new job takeoffs and complete them on time, as well as all addendums and revisions to existing construction projects
  • Responsible for preconstruction paperwork such as obtaining necessary permits on projects prior the crew starting on the project
  • When necessary, attend pre and post bid meetings where any vague details can be confirmed to produce an accurate cost.

Job Qualifications:
  • 3-5 years of takeoff/estimating experience required
  • Must be familiar with Business Center software or AutoCad
  • Some Civil Engineering background strongly preferred
  • Some excavating field experience required
  • Must be self-motivated and able to work independently with limited direction/oversite. Detail oriented is a must.
  • Willing to learn and adapt to company methods while having the ability to bring fresh perspective at times
  • Strong organizational skills, able to maintain multiple revisions for multiple ongoing projects

Benefits Our Employees Enjoy:
  • Competitive pay
  • 401(k) with company match
  • 100% Employer paid medical, dental and vision Insurance
  • Paid sick and vacation time
  • Fun company events
  • Company bonuses

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