Construction Estimator

Annual Starting Pay: $80,000.00 ($38.45/hour)Salary/hourly wages may be adjusted based upon experience.Benefits offered: Health Insurance (offering both PPO & HD w/HSA Plans) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance ($25,000 Life /$50,000 AD&D) Health Savings Accounts 401(K) Plan with Safe Harbor Match (employees are 100% vested) Prevailing Wage Retirement Supplemental Insurance (Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident) Paid Holidays Paid Time Off (PTO) Employee Assistance Program Safety Training and Certifications (OSHA 10, First Aid, etc.) Kelsey Construction is committed to the recruitment and retention of experienced, dedicated employees. We are a non-union contractor, with a sizable fleet of heavy equipment, operating within a 60-mile radius of Louisville, KY, with our shop located off I-65 in Shepherdsville. We have a reputation for quality in our work and are committed to the safety and development of our employees. MAJOR FUNCTIONS The Estimator has a minimum of 5 years experience reading civil plans, performing take-offs, obtaining necessary materials pricing from suppliers, and compiling a complete project estimate aligned with the required scope of work. Compensation is based on experience and includes performance-based bonus opportunities.ESSENTIAL DUTIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Work the entire life cycle of a bid from bid invitation to finalizing bid proposal for submission to completion of project.  Analyze and review construction documents: plans, bid documents, geotechnical reports, job specifications, addendums, etc. Identify scope of work and perform quantity takeoffs of site, civil, and underground utility. Conduct project site visits and attend pre-bid site meetings during bidding process to learn scope of work and understand site conditions/restrictions. Solicit and review proposals from material vendors and subcontractors to ensure accuracy, evaluate responses, scope compliance, and make recommendations with regards to the overall project estimate and bid. Develop preliminary construction schedules based on the project information provided in the plans. Maintain a highly organized work area, meet critical deadlines, prioritize daily activities. Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills with a strong attention to detail. Works hands-on and independently, as well as being an effective part of the estimating/project management team.   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Must have experience effectively managing the entire bid process from inception to completion, including mass excavation, drainage systems, and underground utilities. Working field knowledge of all project phases. Ability to identify construction issues and display proficiency in reading blueprints. Ability to assess site exposures/construction risks and appropriately analyze cost. Ability to produce accurate estimates from conceptual and schematic designs. Ability to produce a detailed final contract. Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively. Familiar with CAD Software or the ability to learn. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 5 years of experience working for Site Contractor bidding on primarily private site improvement projects. A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Summary:  Occasionally - Lift/Carry: 50+/- lbs., Push/Pull: 50+/- lbs. Frequently - Reach Above Shoulder, Reach Outward, Stand, Walk, Climb. Constantly - Drive, Handling/Fine Motor Skills, Twist/Turn, Sit at Desk.  Work Environment:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is outside periodically and is exposed to all weather conditions. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Apply today for immediate consideration! Only experienced candidates need to apply!

Created: 2025-03-05