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Stacy Witbeck

Lead Estimator

Lynnwood, WA · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Description Stacy Witbeck seeks a Lead Estimator to be an instrumental part of an estimating team ... experience, or internships are all beneficial to your candidacy. * 7+ years of estimating ...

Stacy Witbeck

Lead Estimator

Seattle, WA · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Lead Estimator Department: Operations Employment Type: Full Time Location: Seattle Compensation ... experience, or internships are all beneficial to your candidacy. * 7+ years of estimating ...

Stacy Witbeck

Lead Estimator

Lynnwood, WA · On-site

Stacy Witbeck seeks a Lead Estimator to be an instrumental part of an estimating team for cost ... experience, or internships are all beneficial to your candidacy. * 7+ years of estimating ...

Turner Construction

Estimator (Albany)

Albany, NY

Manage action items from Post Bid and finalize trade partner scope and make recommendations to Project Lead for bid awards. * Supervise Assistant Estimators and Estimating Interns as assigned.

Turner Construction

Estimator (Albany)

Albany, NY

Manage action items from Post Bid and finalize trade partner scope and make recommendations to Project Lead for bid awards. * Supervise Assistant Estimators and Estimating Interns as assigned.

M. A. Mortenson Company

Estimator II

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$91K - $123K/yr

Support lead estimator in data input into estimating software program(s) * Perform archive filing ... Will provide training to other estimators and interns QUALIFICATIONS * Associate's or bachelor ...

Mortenson

Estimator II

Tempe, AZ

$91K - $123K/yr

Support lead estimator in data input into estimating software program(s) * Perform archive filing ... Will provide training to other estimators and interns QUALIFICATIONS * Associate's or bachelor ...

River City Construction

Estimator

East Peoria, IL · On-site

$65K - $115K/yr

Review work of the estimating interns assigned to the project and ensure accuracy, completeness ... Progress towards lead estimator status and coordinating projects Key Functions * Major Projects ...

Mortenson

Estimator II

Salt Lake City, UT

$91K - $123K/yr

Support lead estimator in data input into estimating software program(s) * Perform archive filing ... Will provide training to other estimators and interns QUALIFICATIONS * Associate's or bachelor ...

M. A. Mortenson Company

Estimator II

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$91K - $123K/yr

Support lead estimator in data input into estimating software program(s) * Perform archive filing ... Will provide training to other estimators and interns QUALIFICATIONS * Associate's or bachelor ...

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What is the difference between Internship Lead Estimator vs Junior Estimator?

AspectInternship Lead EstimatorJunior Estimator
CredentialsTypically pursuing or holding relevant education in estimating or construction managementEntry-level, often recent graduates or trainees
Work EnvironmentAssists senior estimators, works on project-specific estimates, often in an office settingSupports estimation tasks, learns on the job, under supervision
Industry UsageCommon in construction and engineering firms during internship programsEntry-level role in similar industries, focusing on learning and support

The Internship Lead Estimator is a trainee role focused on learning estimation processes under supervision, often during an internship. In contrast, a Junior Estimator is an entry-level position where the individual actively supports estimation tasks with more responsibility. Both roles serve as stepping stones in estimating careers but differ mainly in experience level and scope of responsibilities.

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Lead Estimator

Stacy Witbeck

Lynnwood, WA • On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Description
Stacy Witbeck seeks a Lead Estimator to be an instrumental part of an estimating team for cost estimates for bidding of heavy civil, transit, and transportation construction projects ranging from $5 million to $1 billion+ including all essential elements and steps necessary for a successful bid; receiving and reviewing bid documents; assuming responsibilities for estimate development; assembly of Bid Packages to assisting with final Bid submission. Opportunity exists for transition to field role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Assigns and manages estimating team.
  • Direct Take-Off efforts for assigned portions of the estimate.
  • Actively participate in strategy meetings on project approach, schedule, and strategy.
  • Prepare an Estimate Specific guideline for all of the required items that must be performed during the preparation of the estimate and submittal of a bid
  • Lead discussions on scope, access, risk coordination with other disciplines
  • Participate in overall project strategy and risk discussions
  • Manage the preparation and negotiation of the estimate and prepare critical portions.
  • Present assigned portion of estimate in the In-House Review and, if applicable, the Joint Venture Review. This includes scope overview, key considerations/risk, schedule and general approach.
  • Prepare cost estimates for both hard-money and negotiated work, to include cost estimate preparation utilizing Estimating Software (currently HCSS), analyzing, and establishing means, methods, production rates, and schedules.
  • Close-Out (prepare plug or self-performed vs. actual quoted price comparisons), or direct close-out of, assigned portions of the work.
  • Present assigned portion of estimate in Owner/ICE reviews

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
**Please note--Requirements are essential, but preferences have flexibility. **
Requirements:
  • 12+ years of construction experience or equivalent combinations of technical training and construction experience are required but exposure, experience, or internships are all beneficial to your candidacy. 
  • 7+ years of estimating experience in Heavy Civil.
  • Civil Engineering or Construction Management Degree (preferred) or alternative field exposure/experience will be considered in place of a degree. 
  • Knowledge of plan reading and interpretation, take-off, MS-Excel software, construction means, methods, and productions, scheduling, and common sense are a must.
  • Knowledge of MS-Word, P-6 Scheduling, MS-PowerPoint, Agtek, Bluebeam, and/or HCSS software are pluses.
  • Must be able to navigate uneven terrain for pre-bid site investigations.
  • Travel is required
Preferred Experience:
  • Experience in Heavy Civil, Structures, Transit, or Transportation construction is preferred.
  • Ideally will have worked as a Field Engineer on heavy/civil construction projects.
  • Previous experience managing junior level estimators is preferred. 
  • Interest or experience in Transit, Civil or Structures estimating and construction is ideal.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMEN
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
NOTE
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

What we have to offer:
  • Award-winning contractor with a dynamic business model and an excellent reputation.
  • We are a 100% employee-owned company with a competitive ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
  • Company pays 100% of employee premiums for health insurance; employee pays up to $15 per week for family premiums.**Benefits and employee costs are subject to change 
  • HSA and FSA plans that will allow you to divert pre-tax money.
  • Life insurance provided by the company at 2.5 times your yearly salary.