Job Title: Construction Estimator (Concrete)

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Construction Estimator to join our team. The Estimator is responsible for evaluating bid specifications and drawings to ensure comprehensive and accurate bid submissions for new commercial construction projects. This role requires a deep understanding of concrete construction estimates, including footings, poured walls, flatwork, and Post-Tension design elements. Our projects include multi-family, hotel, religious, and medical office buildings, with a strong focus on multifamily projects.

Responsibilities

• Analyze paper or digital drawings to determine scope requirements and construct detailed bids.

• Develop strong relationships with General Contractors (GC) who send out requests for bids/quotes.

• Gain a thorough understanding of bid processes and requirements for each request for bid, including construction site visits as necessary.

• Work within company guidelines concerning labor and material costs to maximize project profitability while preparing bids.

• Manage the entire bid submission process from drawing receipt, analysis, submittal, and final iteration, including all bid deliverables.

Essential Skills

• Extensive experience in construction estimation, particularly in concrete work and post-tensioning.

• Proficiency in using estimating software and tools such as AutoCAD, PlanSwift, BlueBeam, and Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel).

• Strong project management skills in construction, including budgeting and material takeoff.

• Ability to read and understand construction drawings/prints.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or equivalent experience (minimum of 3 years reading drawings and developing quotes/bids).

• Ability to build strong internal and external relationships.

• Self-motivated, punctual, and able to manage multiple tasks under moderate time-sensitive pressure.

• Professional and polished appearance.

Work Environment

You will work in a professional office setting with a collaborative team. The position may require occasional site visits to construction locations. Standard office hours apply, with the expectation of meeting deadlines and project timelines. The role necessitates the use of various software tools and frequent communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $90000.00

Health care: Employees can choose from several health care plans, including medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as Health Savings Accounts. Life insurance: Offers life insurance to its employees. Disability and accident coverage: Client offers short- and long-term disability and accident coverage to its employees. Retirement benefits: Client offers retirement benefits to its employees. Vacation policy: Client offers a vacation policy to its employees. Internship opportunities: Client offers college internship opportunities to students. Entry-level training program: Client offers an entry-level construction worker training program to recent graduates. Client also has a full-time safety director who ensures that safety procedures are being followed and that safety and health regulations are maintained.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,NC.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 17, 2024.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.