Senior Estimator - Michels Construction, Inc.

If you like variety and challenge and take satisfaction from knowing your work supports modern construction, consider joining Michels Construction, Inc., where we do more than build transportation projects, we use them. Our business spans across North America and, just like everyone, we rely on hassle-free transportation. We approach each project with a desire to deliver the safe, high-quality, cost-effective work with minimal inconveniences to users. The transportation industry is broad, and so are our services. Our projects include highways, tunnels, bridges, airport runways, railways, foundations and more. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Construction, Inc. can change yours.
As a Senior Estimator, your key responsibilities will be to evaluate bid specifications and drawings, attending pre-bid meetings, soliciting material and subcontractor quotes, and ensuring that everything required to successfully bid and win the project is accomplished. This position will also work with Project Management teams to follow-up on bids and budgets to close the business. It is essential to be forward thinking, performance driven and quality focused. Critical for success are the abilities to work independently and produce highly accurate work in a timely manner.
Why Michels Construction, Inc.?
We support dynamic and growing industries
We are family owned and operated
We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
We reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities
We are a part of the Michels family of companies – one of North America’s largest, most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors
We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan. Depending on your positions and location you may participate in a different benefit plan.
Why you?
You want to win.
You thrive in fast-paced environments
You relish new challenges and evolving technology
You want your work to be meaningful
You enjoy collaborating and communicating with your teammates
You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
You are flexible and optimistic
What it takes:
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, or equivalent degree from a 4-year college or university, 10+ years of related experience, or equivalent combination
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Working knowledge of estimating and scheduling software (HCSS, B2W)
Negotiation experience
Must posses a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record
Position requires around 25% travel for jobsite visits, pre-bid meetings, and pre-construction meeting.
This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on individual’s skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Expected Salary Range
$115,000—$159,000 USD
AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability
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