Construction Estimator

We are Oregon’s premier commercial general contractor, dedicated to delivering quality buildings that serve and enrich our communities. Our teams consistently bring their 'A' game to every project, establishing Kirby Nagelhout Construction Co. as the contractor of choice for complex, high-impact construction. From schools to resorts to fire stations, and everything in between, we take pride in creating memorable projects that stand the test of time.

The Estimator role will estimate and determine the overall cost of a new or existing construction project. You will work closely with precon teams, architects, engineers, and vendors to calculate detailed costs.

Dedicated to The KNCC Experience; we bring our “A” game by rising to the challenge and doing the right thing. We are capable, caring, inspired and humble and focus on building a strong, vibrant future for every community we serve.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performs detailed cost estimates for self-performed work and specialties such as; concrete, steel fabrication and erection, rough and finish carpentry, door and hardware installation
• Interact with subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers, and engineers to gather cost data, research alternative products, negotiate supplier agreements, and verify bid accuracy
• Identifies and manages risks to budget
• Understands, reviews, and manages project plans, specifications, and manufacturer's data and execute estimate based upon conceptual or said documentation
• Generates RFI's as required to ensure completeness of the bid or preliminary documents and identifies discrepancies
• Works with project team to track productivity to reconcile estimate production rates
• Reviews contract documents for completeness and constructability. Able to apply building principles and creativity to produce cost reduction and value engineering reports
• Understands construction law, current codes and general building science and best practices

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, skills, and abilities)

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered
• Minimum of 8 years construction experience, with preference given to those with a combination of field and estimating experience.
• Advanced computer skills with Sage Estimating, Destini Estimating, MS Excel & Project, On Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, as well as working knowledge of CAD, Revit and Navisworks
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Excellent time management, communication (written and verbal), and organizational skills
• Proven presentation abilities

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 

Benefits

Kirby Nagelhout Construction Company benefit offerings cover medical, dental, vision, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), One Pass, life insurance, mental health wellbeing, medical transportation, supplemental insurance for tough situations life throws at you, a generous 401k plan, and accrued paid time off (PTO).

Employment Eligibility & Relationship Disclaimer

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.