Ames Construction

Ames Construction

Estimator

Burnsville, MN · Mid · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$75k-$100kDetected 30 days ago
Business DevelopmentCommunicationTime ManagementMicrosoft OfficeConstruction ManagementPrimavera P6

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47Sponsors, lottery-bound
Cap-exempt (no lottery)0
Sponsors this role80
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level II)66
Fits your clock70

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About the role

  • Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected.
  • The Estimator is the individual responsible for preparing designated tasks for bids, cost estimates and proposals assigned by the Office Chief Estimator or Senior Estimator leading the bid, in accordance with Ames Values and Strategic Plan.
  • Exposure to elements and job site risks including high noise levels.

Responsibilities

  • Analysis of plans, specifications, and other related engineering documents.
  • Assist in preparing bid documents and developing bid construction schedules.
  • Collaborate and assist with developing proposal clarifications, inclusions and exclusions for self-performed work and work performed by material suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Provide support and transition for successful projects to Operations.
  • Assist with recruiting and developing the estimating team.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with clients, communities and partners.

Requirements

  • Work additional hours, as required, to complete bids/ estimates within deadlines.
  • some standing, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching required
  • ability to lift 0-49 pounds occasionally.
  • Construction site environment - physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb.

Compensation

  • Base salary range is $75,000-$100,000 a year, which varies depending on many factors, including experience, skills, and knowledge.

Benefits

  • This role is eligible for a discretionary bonus.
  • Ames offers generous retirement benefits, including Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) participation and a 401k match.
  • Ames' non-craft health benefits package is designed so that our team members flourish, with medical, dental, and vision (all at one low premium), voluntary benefits, company holidays, and paid time off.
  • Please see the Benefits section of our Careers page for more information.
  • Compare and analyze subcontractor and material supplier quotes for necessary scope coverage.

Equal opportunity

  • 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 status as a protected veteran.

This listing is sourced directly from Ames Construction's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.