Estimator Ii - Newport Beach, United States - Balfour Beatty

Balfour Beatty

Verified Company

Newport Beach, United States

1 week ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Become Part of Our Team
As an industry leader Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more including:

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Health Savings Account
401(k) with company match
Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
Vacation Time
Sick Time
Holidays
Paid Volunteer time
Tuition Assistance
Employee Referral Bonus

Summary

Balfour Beatty Construction in Newport Beach, California is seeking an Estimator II to join our team If you have a passion for what you do, a strong drive to achieve results, the ability to solve problems creatively, and a dedication to client service and relationship management, come join us.

Essential Functions

Performs accurate, thorough and timely quantity takeoffs using company format, detail and coding for some CSI division systems for all levels of project documents (schematic, design development, construction documents).
Develops accurate and concise clarifications and assumptions with project management team's assistance.
Obtains clarification on plans and specifications from architects and engineers when necessary.
Solicits and analyzes subcontractor and vendor pricing input when required.
Attends project site prebid meetings, site tours, and postbid interviews as required.
Develops unit costs accurately.
Performs technical/plan review when required.
Considers and understands problems, and identifies appropriate solutions.
Develops knowledge in building designs, systems and construction materials through available resources.
Accurately assesses and plans takeoff workload.
Becomes proficient in all computer software programs used in preconstruction with particular emphasis on estimating software (On-Screen Takeoff, & Desiniti).
Constantly strives to improve individual capabilities, performance and expand knowledge of construction technologies and techniques.
Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer's expectations.
Actively participates in industry, client, and community relations to enhance company image.
Participates in personal career development through onthejob training, attends preconstructions /operations classroom training programs, participates in software training, seminars and assists in the development of interns / coops.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Engineering, with 3 or more years of preconstruction/estimating experience.
Knowledgeable in some of the following: civil/site construction, foundation and structural systems, miscellaneous metals, casework, doors, specialties, interior finishes, exterior building wall systems, mechanical and electrical systems and the costs of these systems.

Preferred Requirements

Possess good organizational skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
Able to develop new skills and knowledge quickly.
Resourceful and diligent in seeking solutions to problems and adapting to new situations.
Act in a manner of integrity that shows support for the company, its values, and the employees, while maintaining constant focus on meeting/exceeding customer requirements and expectations.

The compensation for the Estimator II position in Newport Beach above is $89, $115,000.00 a year.

About us

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation.

Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities.

Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way.

Through Zero Harm, we are challenging the construction industry's assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.

Consistently ranked among the nation's largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (

LSE:
BBY).

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce.

All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.