Estimator - Concrete or Earthwork Specialists

5 hours ago

St Louis, Missouri, United States Goodwin Brothers Construction Company Full time
Throughout our over 75-year history, Goodwin Brothers' job has been to build. Come build with us. Goodwin Brothers is looking for Estimators with specialized knowledge in Earthwork (excavation, grading, trenching, utilities, and related earthwork for civil and heavy industrial projects) or in Concrete (concrete mixes, material density, foundation requirements, vertical concrete codes, and quantity calculations).

ESTIMATOR POSITION SUMMARY:
The Estimator must possess an expansive knowledge of building materials, understand the requirements for various construction projects, engage with up-to-date building methodologies and track the fluctuations of market prices as well as regulatory standards. This position is a key driver in the pre-construction process and profitability of the company.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 10 years of estimating experience for concrete or earthwork in heavy industrial or civil construction, preferably in wet infrastructure and utilities
  • A Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering required OR equivalent experience 
  • Proficiency using estimating software
  • Proficiency in Bluebeam, Primavera P6 (or other similar software) and MicroSoft Office 
  • Is currently living in the Greater St. Louis metro area
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Direction and development of Junior Estimators
  • Communicate with the client to gain insights, understand their vision, and establish agreement on the project
  • Develop a thorough understanding of the project demands and needed resources
  • Create metrics, review documents, and establish a timeline to generate valid estimates
  • Collect key construction documents, such as property plans, blueprints, technical drawings, and project specifications
  • Determine the most suitable suppliers, contractors, vendors, and materials for every project
  • Meet with multiple vendors and contractors to negotiate pricing for construction materials, establish timelines, and determine project hours
  • Make visits to construction sites, warehouses, and other such venues to gather comprehensive insights about the project
  • Craft a work schedule to determine the total duration expected for project completion
  • Create a material takeoff and apply current pricing knowledge
  • Conduct risk assessments and planning for contingencies if the project experiences delays or unanticipated setbacks
  • Build relationships and maintain a directory of vendors, suppliers, and contractors
  • Monitor costs and adjust projections as the project progresses
  • Prepare cost, expenditure statements, and forecasts throughout the project
  • Work closely with key personnel, including engineers, architects, contractors, subcontractors, and business owners
  • Curate economic feasibility studies on plan modifications and the adjustments made to the preliminary expense plan
  • Process the required paperwork and permits for building sites
  • Stay up to date with building codes and industry trends

BENEFITS: 

  • Medical and prescription coverage with eligibility on the 1st of the month following the first full month of employment. The company pays 100% of the premium for the employee and their family.
  • Dental and vision coverage, included with the medical plan.
  • Six paid holidays and a flexible time off plan.
  • Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
  • Safe harbor 401k plan with eligibility on the first day of the month following the date of hire.
  • Long term disability coverage

GOODWIN BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION CO:
Goodwin Brothers Construction Co. prides itself on being a self-performing General Contractor in heavy industrial, municipal and civil type projects. Since 1947, we have instilled the value of long-term relationships built through our commitment to upholding the highest craftsmanship and integrity. We are St. Louis based, family-owned company. Learn more at  

Goodwin Brothers Construction Co. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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