Job Description

ESTIMATOR – COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION

We were voted a 2023 & 2024 TOP WORKPLACES WINNER by our employees! Horizon is 1 of 175 workplaces in Atlanta recognized for unwavering dedication to creating an environment where employees feel valued, respected, and motivated to achieve their full potential.

We are a successful Commercial Construction company with offices located in metro Atlanta, Florida, Virginia and Ohio. We specialize in restaurant construction with well-respected national clients, including Chick-fil-A and Chipotle. This position will office in Alpharetta, GA.

In our 34 years of business, our philosophy has been to hire talented & dedicated professionals who love what they do, give them interesting work and allow them to share in the company’s success. Our success is a direct result of the talent, experience and dedication of every employee.

This position will office in Alpharetta, GA (McFarland & GA 400) with the opportunity to work a hybrid schedule (1-2 days/week from home) after completion of training.

POSITION SUMMARY:

If you are an Estimator with 3-5 years current commercial construction estimating experience, we have an exceptional career opportunity to discuss!

Why work for us? (1) We partner with successful, well-respected national clients = strong business opportunities and (2) we are a mid-sized company with strong leadership and a family-friendly culture with some of the best in the industry!

Our business is thriving and our project volume is strong which has created a need for an additional Estimator. The Estimator performs all tasks necessary to create complete and accurate cost estimates for hard bid and negotiated projects as well as conceptual budgets. Once awarded a project, the Estimator works to transfer all information and knowledge about the project to the assigned Project Manager to ensure a smooth hand-off between Pre-Construction and Construction.

This individual will embody our Company’s core values I NTEGRITY, SERVITUDE, RELATIONSHIPS, CUSTOMER SATISFACTION, TEAMWORK & KNOWLEDGE.

We offer a financially sound and stable company with a strong reputation in the industry. We offer a fantastic benefits package including competitive compensation, bonuses, generous Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) with Company match, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance. Most importantly, a career with a company that cares about you!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage Project Documents & Bid Process

· Downloads and manages all documents on Horizon’s electronic network

· Adheres to the department’s bid process and effectively managing time in order to submit the estimate by the assigned due date

· Attends site visits and pre-bid meetings as necessary. Occasional overnight travel is required to attend meetings.

Solicit Pricing from Subcontractors & Vendors

· Identifies subcontractors and vendors best suited for the project type and location

· Requests are distributed via Horizon’s online bid management system

· Sources new subcontractors and vendors as required to meet Horizon’s goals

· Distributes accurate and detailed information on the project scope to all prospective bidders

· Seeks out competitive pricing to ensure Horizon is as competitive as possible

Perform Quantity Take-Offs

· Take-offs can be performed digitally or manually

· Take-offs should be accurate and account for waste and other factors that may be pertinent to the project

· Horizon does purchase materials on many projects as opposed to working exclusively with turnkey subcontractors. The estimator will need to be proficient in quantifying many types of materials from concrete and masonry materials to carpentry and finish materials

Assemble Bids & Budgets

· Qualifies all subcontractor and vendor quotes to review their accuracy

· Captures all material, equipment and labor needed to submit a complete estimate

· Transfers the estimate information to any necessary bid forms or summary forms provided by the client as well as any additional documentation required by the client

· Reviews each estimate with the Vice President of Construction (or other designated individual) prior to bid submittal.

Post-Bid Responsibilities

· Provides feedback to all subcontractors and vendors regarding the status of award

· Collects feedback from the client regarding the competitiveness of our bid

· Stores bid information in an organized manner so that it can be referenced in the future

Transfer to Project Management

· Conducts a turnover meeting with the assigned Project Manager and presents the estimate and details of the project

· Prices any post-bid alternates or changes as necessary

· Assists the Project Manager with any information that may be needed to draft the Owner contract

· Organizes all quotes and bid information for a smooth transition to the Project team

ABOUT YOU – THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT:

Education:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Building Science or related work experience.

Experience & Qualifications:

· Candidates must demonstrate 3-5 years of stable Estimating experience working with a Commercial General Contractor , preferably in a Quick Serve Restaurant or Muli-Family environment.

· Microsoft Office Suite – intermediate to advanced Excel

· Digital/On-Screen Take-off software

· Bid Management/Plan Distribution software

· Knowledge of construction technology and processes.

· Ability to read plans and familiarity with construction sequencing.

· Strong problem-solving skills and ability to address complex issues creatively and effectively.

· Ability to work on multiple estimates simultaneously; our Estimators are responsible for all divisions in the bid process.

· Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

· Strong communication and relationship skills.

· Above average organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Ability to juggle competing priorities and to meet deadlines.

· Strong sense of dedication and commitment

· High degree of initiative, personal responsibility and integrity.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

In addition to great career opportunities, we also offer the following:

• Competitive base salary
• Generous Profit Sharing
• Performance-based annual salary increases
• Generous Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, etc.)
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Short & Long-term Disability
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401k program with company match

Horizon Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer!'

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Job Type: Full-time

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, For contractors, Work experience placement, For subcontractor, Night shift, 2 days per week, 1 day per week,

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