What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Estimator position at R&J Utility LLC?
Benefits:
R&J Utility / RR&J Electric is a family-owned and oriented construction company located in Tolleson, AZ. Our company was founded in 2017 and we have since built a reputation for delivering high-quality and reliable construction services to our clients across the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. We specialize in residential underground utility work including sewer, water, storm drain, and electric conduit (Streetlights, APS, SRP). We are seeking an experienced junior estimator with a thorough knowledge of the estimating process and a strong ability to read civil engineering plans. Your main responsibility will be to estimate work for sewer, water, storm drain, and dry utility projects. In this job, you will be an integral part of our team and work closely with our Project Manager.
Responsibilities
- Company parties
- Dental insurance
- Free food & snacks
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
R&J Utility / RR&J Electric is a family-owned and oriented construction company located in Tolleson, AZ. Our company was founded in 2017 and we have since built a reputation for delivering high-quality and reliable construction services to our clients across the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. We specialize in residential underground utility work including sewer, water, storm drain, and electric conduit (Streetlights, APS, SRP). We are seeking an experienced junior estimator with a thorough knowledge of the estimating process and a strong ability to read civil engineering plans. Your main responsibility will be to estimate work for sewer, water, storm drain, and dry utility projects. In this job, you will be an integral part of our team and work closely with our Project Manager.
Responsibilities
- Handle multiple bids per week and meet strict deadlines
- Complete accurate quantity take-offs per plans and specifications
- Create and coordinate project estimates, proposals, and bid documents
- Create accurate and detailed cost estimates for underground utility projects, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs
- Obtain and compare vendor and supplier pricing
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with key vendors
- Additional duties include: ordering, scheduling, and bluestake
- Minimum 3 years experience in underground construction estimating
- Experience in Water, Sewer, Storm Drain, and Dry Utilities
- Minimum 3 years experience working in Phoenix/Maricopa County area
- Strong knowledge of MAG specifications and local supplements
- Experience with Planswift or similar program
- Bilingual: Spanish (Preferred)
- Proficient in office software: Excel, Word, Adobe
- Ability to multi-task and good time-management skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Critical-thinker and problem-solver