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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
STRUCTURAL integrates technology-driven solutions with specialty contracting services to improve protect and enhance the existing infrastructure of owners directly and in partnership with designers and contractors. STRUCTURAL offers a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services and is the largest concrete repair contractor in the United States with roughly 2500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets. STRUCTURAL is the open-shop contracting business line of Structural Group.
We are currently recruiting for an Estimator to be based in our Chicagoland office which is located in Schiller Park IL. As an Estimator for STRUCTURAL you will be responsible for estimating complex self-performed construction projects that make our nations structures stronger and last longer. Projects typically consist of concrete repair masonry restoration waterproofing structural strengthening fireproofing etc.
As a successful candidate you will also be responsible for:
Preparing estimates by calculating various statistical data such as quantity take-offs material price lists labor costs per man-hour equipment costs and applying to complete scope of work
Defining and quantifying scope of work and preparing comprehensive conceptual budgetary and construction cost estimates for projects
Reviewing / researching historical data and compiling summary reports to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimates
Maintaining involvement in uncovering sales opportunities with prospective and existing customers
Candidates who meet the following criteria may be considered for this exciting position based in our large Operations division:
Candidates with a Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Construction Management (desired not required)
3-12 years of construction estimating experience ideally in a related industry involving concrete repair projects
Demonstrated ability to work with a team to estimate projects of moderate complexity up to $10Million
Prior experience to estimate up to 5 projects directly and up to 5 estimates indirectly as a mentor
Ability to evaluate quantify and capture specification requirements within the estimate
Prior experience working with terms & conditions in construction contracts
A strong understanding of the greater Chicagoland / Upper Midwest Industrialconstruction market including current market prices and clients (i.e: engineers architects property managers and owners)
Previous experience maintaining client relationships while performing light business development
Demonstrated construction math and computer skills including Microsoft Excel and / or construction estimating software. Must also be able to demonstrate ability to read blue prints
Ability to travel 20-30%
Our ideal Estimating candidate is an innovative but decisive individual who can work effectively in a highly collaborative team-based environment; has the ability to set goals and expectations and hold others accountable; can encourage and mentor others; is approachable empathetic and outgoing; can quickly gain trust and respect; and is able to establish and maintain relationships.
STRUCTURALis proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance 401(k) paid holidays vacation tuition reimbursement career development and growth opportunities and a caring work environment.
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STRUCTURAL is committed to a Safety 24/7 culture and offers competitive compensation and benefits including medical dental insurance 401(k) paid holidays & vacation tuition reimbursement career development and growth opportunities and a caring work environment.
Key Skills
- Bluebeam
- Construction Estimating
- Construction Experience
- HeavyBid
- Math
- Sage
- Pricing
- Cost Control
- Restoration
- Roofing
- Microsoft Excel
- Auto Estimating
About Company
Structural Repair Services. STRUCTURAL serves commercial, public, transportation, industrial and power customers. Providing a wide range of repair and maintenance services for civil and structural infrastructure, we have branch offices throughout the United States and the Middle East.
