Estimator

ABOUT OVERAA

C. Overaa & Co. is an industry leader in Water Infrastructure delivering both traditional design-bid-build and collaborative construction services throughout Northern California. We take pride in our business family culture and cultivating a team-oriented atmosphere. We acquire the right portfolio of projects to support our self-performing capabilities while meeting the complex challenges inherent in treatment plant construction. We value repeat business and strive to maintain a high degree of client satisfaction. Overaa has maintained our position as a Bay Area Best Places to Work for nine[NK1] years in a row and outperform industry benchmarks in compensation and benefits.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Overaa is looking for a high potential estimator with demonstrated ability to learn new construction divisional scope of work outside of candidates past experience. Key characteristics are the desire and ability to learn Overaa’s estimating approach and a desire to learn new scope responsibilities including demolition and miscellaneous metals. This experience will lead to career opportunities in process mechanical estimating. Two to five years of experience in either estimating or construction is preferred, but not required for this position. This level 1 position supports senior estimators with subcontractor outreach, quantity take-offs, database management, historical data and bid day support on a variety of complex water infrastructure projects. We seek an enthusiastic individual with potential to become a key member of a growing estimating and preconstruction team. Opportunities for advancement are numerous for talented candidates. Of primary importance, the individual must demonstrate a strong cultural fit with our company values of humility, reliability, and a can-do attitude; and is motivated for long term employment at our firm. All estimating is managed from our main office located in Richmond, CA.

QUALIFICATIONS

For a candidate to be successful in the Estimator 1 position, they must demonstrate:

• An ability to fit within the unique company culture
• Strong aptitude to learn and develop a career in estimating
• Motivation and capability to develop a wide network of subcontractor relationships
• Accuracy in quantity take-offs
• Ability to thrive in a team-based environment
• Reliability and trust in completing assignments on time
• Ability to work well under the pressure of the public bid process
• An ability to creatively solve problems and develop solutions for complex construction challenges
• Interest in developing conceptual estimating skills
• Flourish in a multi-tasking, deadline driven environment
• 4-year university education or related construction experience

SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS

Excel based estimating templates

Building Connected subcontractor database

Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

The position requires work in an office environment, jobsite visits and travel. Sitting, walking and computer work is required. Ability to lift 40 lbs.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.