Overview

Senior Estimator

Location:  West Valley City, UT, 84128

Kilgore Companies is currently hiring for Senior Estimator. This position is responsible for the preparation of thorough, accurate and timely estimates for utility, earthwork and heavy highway construction projects This position will be based in our West Valley City Office.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Identifies new business opportunities and projects to bid 
• Develop thorough, timely and accurate estimates, proposals and bid documents 
• Ability to perform quantity take-offs and then price out the project. 
• Assign and monitor the activities of other estimators when necessary 
• Participate in industry networking events 
• Contact subcontractors, suppliers, and specialty service companies for RFPs 
• Manage Change Orders and Extra Work requests 
• Process contracts, bonds, and insurance certificates 
• Prepare cost estimates and bid documents for construction projects or services that are used by management in preparation for the bidding process 
• Acts as a resource to project management during the award and start-up phase to clarify any issues regarding what was considered in the estimate including materials and methods of construction 
• Will coordinate budgets and schedules for all projects. 
• Will oversee the quality assurance of projects. 
• Must maintain client and contractor relations. 
• Other duties as assigned per supervisor. 

Skills & Experience 

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent related work experience. 
• 2-4 years previous experience in heavy civil industry preferred 
• Knowledge of earthwork construction, paving, underground, and grading practices 
• Demonstrated decision-making skills 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Accuracy at all times 
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines 
• Knowledge of Bid2Win and on-screen take-off applications helpful 

Benefits

• Recession Resistant Industry
• Consistent work, with a work/life balance
• Overtime Opportunities
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan w/ employer match contribution
• Medical / Dental / Vision plan offered
• Life Insurance - Company Paid
• Short-term / Long-term Disability Insurance - Company Paid