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Concrete Estimator

Big-D
Boise, ID Full Time
POSTED ON 1/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2025

At McAlvain, we are looking for specific attributes that fit our culture. Candidates are required to have certain inherent character traits for all positions within the organization. Our primary focus is centered around the traits of the PERSON. Secondary to that are the technical requirements of the job. Understanding the position being applied for is important but if the attributes below do not match your character, McAlvain will not be the right employer for you. The right kind of person is vital to us because we are constantly challenging ourselves to elevate our potential.

McAlvain Construction , a Big-D Company, has an opportunity for an experienced Concrete Estimator to join our team of construction professionals based in the Boise, ID area .

The basic function of our Concrete Estimator is to analyze a project and use past performance along with relevant experience to put together the most detailed and accurate estimate possible.

Experience / Training :

  • Bachelor degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or similar degree
  • 2 years of experience as an Estimator in the construction industry
  • Experience in the concrete industry is preferred but not required
  • Construction field experience highly preferred

Critical Skills :

We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines. The successful candidate will possess the following characteristics and skills :

  • Must have the ability to read and understand project documents including blueprints, specifications, and others
  • Must have the ability to measure, understand and accurately take off material quantities necessary to construct the project
  • Good time management skills
  • Industry knowledge and aware of current market conditions
  • Excellent computer skills using PC based software including Windows Office and Bluebeam
  • Proficient in OnScreen Takeoff and other estimating software
  • Experience with 3D modeling software (CAD, Revit, Tekla, etc) is a plus
  • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
  • Duties, Responsibilities and Expectations : ( other duties may be assigned to meet business needs)

  • Request and analyze pricing from vendors for concrete related items (i.e. ready mixed concrete & reinforcing)
  • Complete accurate takeoffs of concrete related items using Tekla (3D) and On-Screen Takeoff (2D)
  • Organize and enter quantities into estimating software using historical production rates
  • Analyze and understand project specific constraint that might have an impact on historical production rates
  • Schedule and run estimate review meetings with project team members
  • Understands turnover process and conveys project information comprehensively to the project team
  • Participates in forecast meetings and tracks budget vs. actual costs through construction
  • Additional Job Information

    Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Big-D Construction. #LI-Onsite

    Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

    The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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