Estimator

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Job description

Overview:
Walsh is currently seeking an Estimator for the Transportation division in Dallas, TX.

The Estimator will support and work with management, operations and estimating staff in the review of project plans, requirements and specifications. The Estimator shall have extensive knowledge of construction means and methods, costs and engineering principles. Qualified individuals will have estimating experience with large Commercial, Residential, Healthcare, Transportation projects. Must be confident working with estimating teams on projects of varying sizes, and be capable of estimating hard bid, negotiated and conceptual projects. Individual must be self-motivated, possess strong communication/interpersonal skills and be confident in his/her ability to develop and manage their assigned portion of the estimate.

As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.

There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:

Challenging, complex work

Creative and innovative problem-solving environment

Supportive, communicative managers who reward hard work

Opportunities for growth, training, and development

Flexibility in career path & progression

Opportunities to work and live all over the United States

Responsibilities:
Review project plans, requirements and specifications.

Have demonstrated leadership abilities to coordinate a team of estimators to develop a large multidisciplinary estimate.

Determine labor and equipment costs.

Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing.

Review and understand all bid documents and assess project risks.

Understand project logistics and project schedule.

Prepare bid packages. Compare and analyze competitive subcontractor and supplier bids.

Review quotes and estimates with the Project Management Team.

Prepare estimates at different levels of completion (conceptual, Schematic, DD, CD, etc.)

Assist with certain post-bid buyouts.

Comprehends contract requirements for diversity compliance.

Qualifications:
5 years of experience or College Degree with 3 years of experience

Experience estimating projects over $30M

Understanding of all applicable estimating software.

Extensive knowledge of construction costs and engineering principles

Well organized, flexible, detail oriented and have the ability to multi-task.

Prioritize work load and consistently meet deadlines while constantly changing tasks and demands

Effective presentation skills

Excellent written and oral communicator

The Walsh Group offers competitive wages and benefits, including:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Generous Vacation Time & Paid US Holidays

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter Benefits Program

Maternity Leave Policy

Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Term Life and AD&D Insurance

If hired by The Walsh Group, you must be in compliance with your employment location's COVID-19 related requirements, if any.

The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at (phone number removed) or .

Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran

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