About this opportunity
SB Ballard Construction lists this Civil Construction Estimator opportunity in newport news, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
S. B. Ballard Construction Company , a leading General Contractor/Construction Manager servicing the Mid-Atlantic region, headquartered in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking an experienced Civil Estimator to join our team in Virginia Beach.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Review the project design drawings and specifications to determine assigned scope of work
Able to read and interpret drawings and specifications
Able to quantify structural and civil elements of a project where the design is complete or near completion
Develop knowledge of construction pricing
Develop an understanding of conceptual estimating
Able to network with applicable subcontractors in discipline expertise areas for the purpose of obtaining estimate input, preliminary bids and product information
Able to receive, analyze and complete bid comparisons in discipline expertise areas
Develop excellent presentation skills
Participates with estimating staff learning the basics of value management
Qualifications and Experience:
Proven experience and knowledge of Construction estimating, means and methods, accounting, document administration and a thorough understanding of industry practices.
Past experience as civil estimator or on projects with a General Contractor
Proven experience working with AE’s and Owners in Design-Build and Projects
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Proficiency in MS Office with expert skill level in Excel
Proficiency in On Screen Take-off (OST) or Agtech
Proficiency in Bluebeam
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required
LEED Certification (preferred )
DBIA Certification (plus )
Search is currently focusing on eligible candidates residing within commuting distance of Virginia Beach job site .
The summary of essential duties and responsibilities listed above is not intended to cover all possible job duties and is subject to change at our discretion. S. B. Ballard offers a very competitive salary and benefit package . The salary for this position is negotiated during the offer process and is based on previous experience as well as a variety of other factors. We are a drug free workplace and all applicants considered for employment must pass a post-offer drug screen and background check prior to commencing employment. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Apply today and check out our portfolio of projects at /portfolio/for further information.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay:
$85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
Construction Estimating: 5 years (Preferred)
General Contracting: 5 years (Preferred)
MS Office/Excel: 5 years (Preferred)
Bluebeam: 3 years (Preferred)
On Screen Take-off: 3 years (Preferred)
MS Project and PG: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
LEED Certification (Preferred)
DBIA Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Virginia Beach, VA 23453 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Worksite address
newport news, VA, 23600, US
Who can apply
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