Construction Estimator for Industrial Projects

1 week ago


Schiller Park, Illinois, United States Structural Group Full time

Company Overview:

At Structural Group, we integrate technology-driven solutions with specialty contracting services to improve, protect, and enhance the existing infrastructure of our clients. With a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services, we are the largest concrete repair contractor in the United States, employing over 2,500 professionals across the country and select international markets.

Job Description:

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Construction Estimator to join our Chicagoland office in Schiller Park, IL. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for estimating complex self-performed construction projects that make our nation's structures stronger and last longer. These projects typically involve concrete repair, masonry restoration, waterproofing, structural strengthening, fireproofing, and more.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Preparing comprehensive estimates by calculating various statistical data such as quantity take-offs, material price lists, labor costs per man-hour, equipment costs, and applying them to complete scope of work
  • Defining and quantifying scope of work and preparing conceptual, budgetary, and construction cost estimates for projects
  • Reviewing and researching historical data to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimates
  • Maintaining involvement in uncovering sales opportunities with prospective and existing customers

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management (desired but not required)
  • 3-12 years of construction estimating experience, ideally in a related industry involving concrete repair projects
  • Demonstrated ability to work with a team to estimate projects of moderate complexity up to $10 Million
  • Prior experience estimating up to 5 projects directly and up to 5 estimates indirectly as a mentor
  • Ability to evaluate, quantify, and capture specification requirements within the estimate
  • Prior experience working with terms & conditions in construction contracts
  • A strong understanding of the greater Chicagoland/Upper Midwest Industrial construction market, including current market prices and clients
  • Previous experience maintaining client relationships while performing light business development
  • Demonstrated construction math and computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and/or construction estimating software
  • Ability to read blueprints

Benefits:

We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment. Our ideal candidate is an innovative but decisive individual who can work effectively in a highly collaborative team-based environment, set goals and expectations, encourage and mentor others, and establish and maintain relationships.

Estimated Salary: $70,000 - $120,000 per year based on experience.



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