Estimator I

Estimator I Estimating Haltom City, TX ID 4876 Full-Time Regular Position Summary

Assists with preliminary budgets, concept estimates, and detailed estimates generally for smaller, less complex projects with experience in specific trade.

Position Details

Assists with analysis of drawings and uses applicable software to perform material take-offs for detailed estimates and provides unit cost pricing.

Assists with developing project updates and bid package estimated documents comparison

Tracks and adjusts quantities as needed.

Assists with resolving discrepancies.

Assists with researching and compiling historical cost data and keeps database current for use in future estimate preparation.

Maintains file of working project documents for back-up to estimating figures.

Responds to basic questions from internal managers.

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred or trade school or equivalent combination of technical training and or related experience

Good verbal and written communication skills

Good analytical skills

Basic ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems

Basic ability to read and understand specifications and drawings

General knowledge of construction costs and principles

Basic ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and prorations to practical situations

Basic drafting skills

Competent Excel and Word skills

Basic knowledge of QuickPen Auto Bid Mechanical and Sheet Metal Estimating software

Benefits

As a 100 employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

401k plan with 50 company match, no cap, and immediate 100 vesting

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 100 paid for employee

Annual bonus program based upon performance achievement and company profitability

Term life AD&D insurance and voluntary life insurance

Disability income protection insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans, health, and dependent care

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time

Training and professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses

Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nations largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation.

If you want to join a fast-paced environment where youre engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team. To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care, or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

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