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Estimator II

4 months ago

Des Moines, United States Weitz Full time

Our Company views employees as our most valuable asset, and the key to our success. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves. Community involvement, employee empowerment, and strong relationships makes The Weitz Company a great place to work.

The Weitz Company is currently accepting applications for an Estimator II to be located in Des Moines, IA.

The Estimator II supports the estimating team by preparing complete portions of an estimate for construction projects. Duties include quantity surveying, pricing, bid solicitation, working within the estimating system, compiling cost history and preparing systems comparisons. Typically, the Estimator II reports to the most senior estimator in the assigned business location.

Candidates must have previous industrial construction estimating experience.

What You'll Do:

* Read and analyze technical plans and specifications and assist team by including those requirements in the estimate.

* Produce reliable, complete, consistent, well-documented and timely quantity surveys of items as directed. * Generate design development estimates, providing quantities and components based on incomplete plans and specifications. * Assist in the development of complete project quantities based upon schematic level plans and elevations.

* Conduct organized sub and vendor solicitation as directed. Accurately communicate the required scope of work. Ensure complete trade coverage is obtained and advise project lead of potential solicitation shortfalls. * Assist in the preparation of bid-day spreadsheets and detailed proposal tabulation sheets (Bid Tickets), including any custom client cost breakdown/schedule of values. * Review trade proposals and scope letters as received to identify gaps and overlaps in scope of work. * Prepare the final estimate for rollover to the job cost accounting system, adjusted to meet project team's needs for cost management. * Prepare cost analysis reports including detailed backup for price savings. Be alert to value analysis opportunities throughout the estimating process. * Adhere to all company policies, standards, and procedures * Other duties and projects as assigned * Business travel will be required

What We're Looking For:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each previously stated duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability necessary to succeed in this role.

* Education: High school diploma is required. Degree in a construction-related field is strongly preferred.

Experience: Two years of estimating responsibility or significant field experience is required for this position. * Skills: This position requires good math and analytical reading skills. Independent judgment, excellent organizational skills, the ability to perform on multiple tasks with tight timeframes. Simultaneously, accuracy, and good communication skills are important, as is the ability to quickly learn new applications as the construction industry grows and changes

* Technology: Proficiency with operating systems and basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook. Employee must have experience with onscreen takeoffs and the ability to learn other specific software.

What We Offer:

* Competitive Pay * Rewarding Bonus Program * Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings * Employer-Paid Short and Long Term Disability Programs * Employer-Paid Life Insurance * Generous Paid Time Off Provisions * 401K Retirement Savings Plan With Company Match * Tuition Reimbursement * Fully Paid Parental Leave * Voluntary Products including Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance * Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

The Company is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.

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