Building Design Estimator
We know you're not just looking for a great career, you're looking for a company with a positive culture that will support your personal and professional growth. You will find that with BCI Construction. We operate with a strong sense of purpose and following our core values. We are looking for people to join our team that align with our strong culture and values.
BCI Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced Building Design Estimator to join our growing team and work in central Minnesota. Headquartered out of Sauk Rapids, MN. BCI specializes in Commercial, Medical, and Institutional Construction.
Our Core Values:
- Family+Great Careers
- Do it Well. Do it Right.
- Hustle Matters
- Genuine Care
- Stronger Together
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short term and long term disability
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Flexible Spending Account-Child Care
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- 401(k) with match
- $70k annually and up, depending on experience
- Bonus structure based on performance
Primary Duties
- Review and analyze drawings, specifications, and contract documents
- Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work
- Solicit, evaluate, and compare subcontractor and supplier bids
- Identify project risks, value-engineering opportunities, and cost-saving alternatives
- Develop and maintain estimating databases, historical cost data, and pricing models
- Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and scope reviews
- Assist in preparing bid proposals, budgets, and project schedules
- Collaborate with project management teams during handoff and throughout construction
- Track changes, scope revisions, and change order pricing as needed
- Develop new areas for future expansion of customers and products as required
- A strong moral compass (as best represented by our Core Values)
- Strong communication skills, both formal and informal, to conduct yourself in a professional manner with the ability to understand your audience and venue. This includes how one carries themselves and represents the organization.
- Desire for continued growth and development.
- Ability to show initiative around corporate goals as outlined by BCI.
- Ability to maintain organization and efficiencies with time and resources.
- Exemplify strong interpersonal skills that are resolution oriented.
- Consistently demonstrate the ability to recognize and manage priorities.
- Ability to operate a multitude of office equipment including, but not limited to personal computers, paper printers, cell phones
- The ability to develop new areas for the future expansion of customers and products as required.
- The ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to learn take-off software and Database programs
- Knowledge of construction methods, scheduling, budgeting, and contract administration
- Ability to develop and improve bidding skills in order to procure and manage own projects
- Ability to read, interpret, and understand construction contracts, plans, blueprints, and specifications
Education, Training, and other Requirements:
Required:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 3+ years of Project Management Experience
- Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Architecture, Business Management, or similar experience/skill set
- Efficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Stack
- Valid driver’s license
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field
- 5+ years’ experience in a Commercial Construction role, with estimating experience
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday, 8:00AM – 4:30PM
An Equal Opportunity Employer
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, the presence of a non-job related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status.