Project Engineer

Project Estimator Bozeman, MT

A family-owned and operated construction company with over 50 years in the business is seeking a Project Estimator to join their team. With a vision to be a leader in the industry and a commitment to fully satisfying their customers' needs, they have successfully completed more than 400 projects, totaling over $5 billion in work. They offer a progressive, positive, and challenging—yet fun—work environment.

The ideal candidate is approachable, who thrives when working with clients, architects/engineers, and sub-contractors/suppliers. This individual will be under the direction of the Pre-construction Manager, Chief Estimator, and Senior Estimator to plan cost factors for building process which will include; analyzing blueprints, reviewing specifications and proposals, and preparing documentation for time, cost, and labor.

Why You Want This Position:

Salary range $80,000 to $110,000/year, depending on experience

Health Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account, Basic Life & AD&D, Short- & Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Maternity & Paternity Leave, FMLA 401(k) Plan

Flexible Paid Time Off

Great Career Development and Work Life Balance

Team Member Bonus Program

Essential Functions and Duties:

• Attend pre-proposal meetings and perform site visits as required to assist in the preparation of requests for proposals.
• Consult with clients, architects, subcontractors, and material suppliers to discuss and formulate estimates, effect cost reductions, and resolve issues
• Manage document control for the pre-construction phases of a project.
• Help prepare estimates with the proper level of detail for all design stages: Conceptual, Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Documents.
• Prepares quantity take-offs and estimates costs of materials, labor, and use of equipment required to fulfill all provisions of the contract.
• Analyze construction documents and specifications to determine estimated costs.
• Identify conflicts in construction documents and specifications and effectively communicates those to the Pre-construction team.
• Review design documents for proper information to receive accurate pricing from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Contact and follow up with subcontractors for all budgeting and bid efforts to establish participation.
• Review all bid packages, instructions to bidders, and bid forms against all subcontractor proposals to ensure compliant and complete bids.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Science/Management, Civil or Architectural Engineering or 3 or more years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Familiar with Destini Estimator, Procore, Join.Build, Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, Microsoft applications, iSqFt/Construct Connect

Ability to effectively communicate in written/verbal form as it relates to technical information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and vendors.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures or governmental regulations.

Maintains a strong work ethic and positive, can-do attitude.

The ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.