Senior Construction Estimator

6 days ago

Burnsville, Minnesota, United States Ames Construction Full time

About Us

Ames Construction has been a driving force in the construction industry for over 60 years, with a legacy built on exceptional people and innovative solutions. As a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor, we deliver top-notch services to various market segments, including highway and bridge construction, mining, and rail.

We pride ourselves on being a family-owned company that maintains its entrepreneurial spirit while offering the experience and stability of a proven leader in the construction industry. Our core values – People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision – guide us in making communities across the U.S. safer, keeping supply chains moving, and laying the groundwork for a sustainable future.

By joining Ames, you will be part of an award-winning, nationally recognized top 75 general contractor, working alongside talented colleagues who share your passion for excellence.

About the Role

As a Senior Construction Estimator at Ames Construction, you will play a crucial role in instilling safety as a top priority and collaborating with our team to deliver high-quality results. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Analysis of plans, specifications, and other related engineering documents
  • Computer-aided preparation of quantity take-offs, verification of site conditions, review of construction methods, and equipment utilization
  • Responsible for timely, thorough, and accurate take offs
  • Assist in preparing bid documents and developing construction schedules
  • Provide and compute production-based costs
  • Assist in preparing quality proposals for pursuits in the region
  • Attending pre-bid site visits and investigations
  • Provide support and transition for successful projects to Operations

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you should have:

  • 3-7 years' experience in highway heavy construction
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management, or equivalent experience
  • Be able to work in a team environment and be self-motivated
  • Must have a positive attitude and possess excellent communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills to interface with owner representatives, engineering firms, subcontractors, other team members, and senior management
  • Competent in the use of computer software applications, including HCSS or similar estimating programs, Agtek or similar earthwork programs, Bluebeam, Microsoft Word, and Excel
  • Knowledgeable in Primavera
  • Strong communication skills, both written and oral
  • Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize
  • Time Management, multitasking, and prioritization
  • Must have a valid Driver's License

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary range of $80,000 - $110,000 per year, depending on experience, plus benefits and opportunities for growth and professional development.

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