Sundt Construction
Chief Estimator - Heavy Civil/Highway
Sundt Construction, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
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Job Description As a 100% employee‑owned contractor, when you work at Sundt you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do. At Sundt we focus on building long‑term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee‑owners. We offer competitive pay, industry‑leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
Job Summary The Chief Estimator plans, coordinates and supervises estimating efforts for self‑perform divisions with emphasis on productivity, equipment selection and sequencing of work. The Chief Estimator has experience estimating multiple disciplines of work in multiple markets, and is capable of leading all types of project delivery methods. Chief Estimators have a demonstrated ability and willingness to mentor and train new estimators regarding all facets of preconstruction efforts. The Chief Estimator reports to Preconstruction Managers and assists with estimator assignments to ensure adequate resources are available to meet estimating deadlines and priorities. Must have experience working on large projects including heavy civil, highway, structures, underground utility, etc.
Key Responsibilities
Capably performs estimating functions including quantity takeoff, pricing development for all trade work, and analysis of trade bids
Demonstrated proficiency with risk management planning including identification, analysis, response planning and monitoring and control on a project
Develops and maintains relationships with key trade subcontractors in the community. Has a thorough understanding of project communications and associated elements of plan including generation, collection, distribution, storage, retrieval and ultimate disposition of project information
Leads the preparation of estimating documents/deliverables, including budget uploads, purchasing plans, subcontracts, purchase orders, estimate General Conditions, and project logistics. Demonstrates proficiency with understanding project financial plans
Performs advanced estimating tasks to include serving as the prime point of contact for all hard bid pursuits, coordinating constructability reviews, and applying appropriate indirect costs including insurance, taxes, and fees. Demonstrates business acumen and expertise in understanding budgeting and cost controls processes and systems so projects are procured and managed consistently and profitably
Provides feedback regarding cost and constructability, developing conceptual estimates, providing justification and reconciliation of Sundt estimates to third‑party consultants, and has a detailed understanding and collaboration with team around the components of the project management plan (PMP) to ensure successful project execution including a detailed understanding of the change management process
Provides technical and administrative direction to ensure compliance with Sundt Management System (SMS) policies and procedures. Actively participates in planning, acquiring and reviewing the project team to ensure relentless execution of the project
Provides training and mentoring for estimating staff, including the development of training programs as directed by senior management within the department
Understands the elements of the project scope management plan, the time management plan, the quality management plan, environmental plan, procurement plan (including the contract management and change control process) and the project safety plan
Understands the process of claims, identifying potential claims, quantifying and mitigating/resolving the effects of those that do occur on a timely basis
Minimum Job Requirements
Four‑year engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience
Ideal candidates will have project experience in one or more key market sectors identified by the business unit
Proficient in the use of P6 and demonstrates skill in Critical Path Scheduling
Proficient in the use of an Enterprise Project Management System
Proficient in the use of commonly used industry estimating software programs
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs
Successful history executing projects valued over $100M
Ten or more (10+) years of experience in an estimating role
Physical Requirements
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to steel‑toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
May stoop, kneel, or bend on an occasional basis
May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day
Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day
Safety Level Safety‑Sensitive. Jobs with the Safety‑Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
Benefits
Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Workplace Wellness Programs
Mental Health Program
Life and Disability Insurance
Employee-Owner Perks
Educational Assistance
Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Construction
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Chief Estimator - Heavy Civil/Highway
role at
Sundt Construction .
Job Description As a 100% employee‑owned contractor, when you work at Sundt you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do. At Sundt we focus on building long‑term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee‑owners. We offer competitive pay, industry‑leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
Job Summary The Chief Estimator plans, coordinates and supervises estimating efforts for self‑perform divisions with emphasis on productivity, equipment selection and sequencing of work. The Chief Estimator has experience estimating multiple disciplines of work in multiple markets, and is capable of leading all types of project delivery methods. Chief Estimators have a demonstrated ability and willingness to mentor and train new estimators regarding all facets of preconstruction efforts. The Chief Estimator reports to Preconstruction Managers and assists with estimator assignments to ensure adequate resources are available to meet estimating deadlines and priorities. Must have experience working on large projects including heavy civil, highway, structures, underground utility, etc.
Key Responsibilities
Capably performs estimating functions including quantity takeoff, pricing development for all trade work, and analysis of trade bids
Demonstrated proficiency with risk management planning including identification, analysis, response planning and monitoring and control on a project
Develops and maintains relationships with key trade subcontractors in the community. Has a thorough understanding of project communications and associated elements of plan including generation, collection, distribution, storage, retrieval and ultimate disposition of project information
Leads the preparation of estimating documents/deliverables, including budget uploads, purchasing plans, subcontracts, purchase orders, estimate General Conditions, and project logistics. Demonstrates proficiency with understanding project financial plans
Performs advanced estimating tasks to include serving as the prime point of contact for all hard bid pursuits, coordinating constructability reviews, and applying appropriate indirect costs including insurance, taxes, and fees. Demonstrates business acumen and expertise in understanding budgeting and cost controls processes and systems so projects are procured and managed consistently and profitably
Provides feedback regarding cost and constructability, developing conceptual estimates, providing justification and reconciliation of Sundt estimates to third‑party consultants, and has a detailed understanding and collaboration with team around the components of the project management plan (PMP) to ensure successful project execution including a detailed understanding of the change management process
Provides technical and administrative direction to ensure compliance with Sundt Management System (SMS) policies and procedures. Actively participates in planning, acquiring and reviewing the project team to ensure relentless execution of the project
Provides training and mentoring for estimating staff, including the development of training programs as directed by senior management within the department
Understands the elements of the project scope management plan, the time management plan, the quality management plan, environmental plan, procurement plan (including the contract management and change control process) and the project safety plan
Understands the process of claims, identifying potential claims, quantifying and mitigating/resolving the effects of those that do occur on a timely basis
Minimum Job Requirements
Four‑year engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience
Ideal candidates will have project experience in one or more key market sectors identified by the business unit
Proficient in the use of P6 and demonstrates skill in Critical Path Scheduling
Proficient in the use of an Enterprise Project Management System
Proficient in the use of commonly used industry estimating software programs
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs
Successful history executing projects valued over $100M
Ten or more (10+) years of experience in an estimating role
Physical Requirements
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to steel‑toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
May stoop, kneel, or bend on an occasional basis
May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day
Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day
Safety Level Safety‑Sensitive. Jobs with the Safety‑Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
Benefits
Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Workplace Wellness Programs
Mental Health Program
Life and Disability Insurance
Employee-Owner Perks
Educational Assistance
Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Construction
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