Senior Estimator - Pittsburgh, United States - S&B

    Default job background
    Description
    S&B USA Construction

    is a family of diversified heavy-civil and industrial construction companies recognized for safe and innovative infrastructure solutions. Our team of experienced professionals demonstrate an unparalleled commitment to safety, quality and service on all of our projects. We excel on projects with tight schedules and difficult working conditions. Our innovative solutions and customer focused approach provide our clients with unmatched value and quality.

    What we are looking for:


    We are seeking a strong Senior Estimator with experience in the Heavy Highway / Heavy Civil industry with a focus and project costs, approach to means and methods and innovative ideas for winning bids.

    This is a great opportunity for a project manager or a project engineer to transition into the estimating or pricing field, empowering them to leverage their past expertise in pursuing high-ranking proposals for the organization.

    S&B USA Construction is looking for individuals to join our cohesive and experienced estimating team. We strive to be consistent, accurate, and innovative in our approach to winning bids.

    We provide multiple ways to learn and advance estimating skills and thereby enhance each person's ability to grow and become more valuable to the construction industry.

    Important attributes include, good attitude, good work ethic, team player, independent worker, meets deadlines, is trustworthy and acts with humility.

    What you will do:

    Thoroughly review and understand the project specifications and drawings.
    Exhibit a good understanding of how the owner pays for the Schedule of Values.
    Produce accurate take-offs and pricing of Heavy Highway / Heavy Civil components.
    Complete cost estimates on project from $10M to $100M price range.
    Solicit subcontractors and vendors for quotations.
    Prepare/manage Minority Participation matrix.
    Update databases with labor rates, vendor plug values and equipment rates.
    Complete cost estimates for assigned scopes of work on larger projects.
    Provide mentoring for younger estimators.
    Manage small group of assisting estimators.
    Exhibit good communication skills with internal staff, subcontractors, vendors, client representation, etc. maintaining ethical standards.
    Identify risks and opportunities for projects.
    Coordinate quantity and cost comparison with Joint Venture Partners.
    To be successful in this role:

    Required:

    4-year Engineering Degree or equivalent
    Technical training and /or related experience
    Advanced math and computer skills

    Preferred:

    10 years working in the field of Heavy Highway / Heavy Civil projects
    Design Build/ P3 Experience
    HCSS Heavy Bid, Microsoft products, Bluebeam, Smart Bid, Teams, Share Point, CADD, Viewpoint Vista & P6
    Experience estimating all types of projects/contracts
    Experience supervising others

    What we offer:

    Competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, paid PTO, 401k with a company match, training, career planning, and more.

    Our preference is for all estimators to be in the corporate office but will consider situations where a hybrid work model may be considered.

    Core Values

    :

    Work Safely:

    Safety is our Culture
    Deliver Return:

    Earning a fair profit increases our long-term value
    Value People:

    Take Care of Employees and They Will Take Care of Clients
    Act with Integrity:

    Honesty Builds Trust
    Provide Solutions:

    Better Solutions Yield Greater Satisfaction
    S&B USA Construction and all of its affiliate companies are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of and will not be discriminated against on the basis of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, age, gender, genetics, creed, veterans' status or sexual orientation.

    If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the interview process, please contact

    or ext. 1032
    Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

    #J-18808-Ljbffr